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What is meant by nictitating membrane?


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Nictitating membrane:

  1. The nictitating membrane is a transparent or translucent third eyelid seen in some animals that may be pulled over the eye for protection and moisture while remaining visible.
  2. Fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals all have fully developed nictitating membranes, but primates are unusual.

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