scutellationn.
/skjuːtɪˈleɪʃən/ Zoology.
1. Scutellate formation (of the feet of birds).
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1872 E. Coues Key to N. Amer. Birds 47 The Crus, when bare below, may present scutellation.
2. Arrangement of scutes or scales (in lizards, serpents, etc.).
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scutation1852
scutellation1882
1882 Günther in Encycl. Brit. XIV. 733/2 Scutellation similar to that of the skinks.
1887 Günther in Encycl. Brit. XXII. 195/2 The Venomous Colubrine snakes which combine with the possession of a perfect poison apparatus the scutellation and general appearance of the typical non-poisonous snakes.
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