Anatomical and Functional Study of the Ostrich (<i>Struthio camelus</i>) Lung through Macroscopic Analysis in Combination with Optical and Electron Microscopy Techniques
The Ostrich occupies a unique position as the largest bird on the planet. Like other ratites, it has been reputed to have a phylogenetically primitive lung. We used macroscopy, light microscopy, transmission and scanning electron microscopy as well as silicon rubber casting to elucidate the function...
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Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2024-01-01
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/14/2/316 |