Deciduous teeth and their replacement in Miniopterus schreibersii natalensis

Publication Type:Journal Article
Year of Publication:1985
Authors:M. van der Merwe
Journal:S. Afr. J. Zool.
Volume:20
Pagination:72-76
Date Published:1985a
Keywords:anatomy, Chiroptera, dentition, development, histology, Miniopteridae, Miniopterus natalensis, morphology, South Africa, teeth
Abstract:

The sequence of replacement of the deciduous teeth by permanent teeth in Miniopterus schreibersii natalensis is described. A table showing the changes in tooth characteristics from birth until seven weeks of age is given.

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