Statements (16)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
gptkb:Egg_case
|
| gptkbp:color |
Varies by species
|
| gptkbp:composition |
Proteinaceous material
|
| gptkbp:contains |
Multiple eggs
|
| gptkbp:etymology |
Greek 'ootheke' meaning egg container
|
| gptkbp:firstDescribed |
gptkb:19th_century
|
| gptkbp:foundIn |
Insects
|
| gptkbp:function |
Protects eggs
|
| gptkbp:hardenedAfter |
Laid by female
|
| gptkbp:importantFor |
Prevents desiccation of eggs
|
| gptkbp:producedBy |
Cockroaches
Praying mantises |
| gptkbp:shape |
Capsule-like
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Ootheca_Wolleyana
|
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
8
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Ootheca
|