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Last updated on 05/07/2026 at 10:15 PM
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hermaphroditic
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An organism that has both male and female reproductive organs.
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hermaphrodite
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homochromy
Définition
Coloration that allows an animal to blend in with its environment for camouflage.
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homochromie
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