cloacal (Meaning)
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cloacal (a.)
Of or pertaining to a cloaca.
Synonyms & Antonyms of cloacal
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
cloacal Sentence Examples
- The cloacal opening in birds serves as a single outlet for feces, urine, and reproductive fluids.
- Reptiles, such as turtles and crocodiles, have a cloacal chamber where waste and reproductive materials are expelled.
- The cloacal region of some amphibians is highly specialized for both excretion and reproduction.
- In avian anatomy, the cloacal vent is an essential structure for waste elimination and mating.
- Certain fish species possess a cloacal opening for the discharge of both feces and reproductive cells.
- The cloacal anatomy of marsupials differs from that of placental mammals, exhibiting unique adaptations.
- During copulation, male birds transfer sperm through their cloacal opening to fertilize the female's eggs.
- The cloacal structure in some invertebrates plays a crucial role in both excretion and gamete release.
- Veterinary examinations often involve inspecting the cloacal area of reptiles and birds for signs of health issues.
- Researchers study the evolutionary development of the cloacal system across various animal taxa to understand its significance in adaptation and survival.
FAQs About the word cloacal
Of or pertaining to a cloaca.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The cloacal opening in birds serves as a single outlet for feces, urine, and reproductive fluids.
Reptiles, such as turtles and crocodiles, have a cloacal chamber where waste and reproductive materials are expelled.
The cloacal region of some amphibians is highly specialized for both excretion and reproduction.
In avian anatomy, the cloacal vent is an essential structure for waste elimination and mating.
