Skeletal elements of the penguin eye and their functional and phylogenetic implications (Aves: Sphenisciformes: Spheniscidae)
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DOI: 10.1002/jmor.21354
Abstract: Scleral ossicles and other bony elements are present in the eyes of many vertebrates, including birds. In this study, the skeletal elements present in the penguin eye and orbit were imaged using macro photographs and… read more here.
Keywords: elements penguin; skeletal elements; scleral ring; eye functional ... See more keywords
Anatomical study of the scleral ring and eyeball of the long‐eared owl (Asio otus) with anatomical methods and diagnostic imaging techniques
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DOI: 10.1002/vms3.823
Abstract: Abstract Background The scleral ring in birds consists of ossicles that are fixed as small plates by cartilage joints and have no articulation to other parts of the skeleton. Objective Due to inadequate examination of… read more here.
Keywords: scleral ring; asio otus; study; eyeball long ... See more keywords