Function of the Labral Glands in Chirocephalus

摘要: THE possible connexion of the labral glands with feeding process in Chirocephalus has aroused considerable controversy (see Cannon1). Current work on function numerous body this animal leads us to conclusion that these have same as tegumental Decapoda (Yonge2), is, formation outer, cuticular portion, integument. The essentially structure and we increasing evidence they function. We are therefore interested claim recently made by Cannon1 he identified secretion glands. He directed attention presence sections an amorphous mass either side labrum, over ventral food groove also throughout gut, which stains anilin blue. A very detailed study arrangement led him must all be formed