Dewlap facts for kids
A dewlap is a flap of skin that hangs beneath the neck of many animals. It can also be used to mean other things such as a double chin on a person or the vocal sac of a frog. The term dewlap can also be used to mean a caruncle, defined as "a small, fleshy excrescence that is a normal part of an animal's anatomy". At times the appearance of a dewlap indicates a stage in an animal's development. For example, the appearance of a dewlap on a female rabbit indicates she is of breeding age.
Images for kids
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A mastiff with a dewlap, seen connecting from the neck to the lower jaw.
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A zebu with a large dewlap.
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An iguana with an extended dewlap.
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