Scutes

GPTKB entity

Statements (19)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:anatomical_structure
gptkbp:composedOf gptkb:bone
Keratin
gptkbp:developedBy Formed in the dermis
gptkbp:distinctFrom Scales
gptkbp:etymology From Latin 'scutum' meaning shield
gptkbp:foundIn gptkb:Armadillos
gptkb:Crocodilians
Reptiles
Turtles
Some fish
gptkbp:function Protection
Support
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Scutes
gptkbp:location Shell of turtles
Skin of crocodilians
Tail of some mammals
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Turtle_plastrons
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6