Hoofstock & Megavertebrate Ophthalmology Flashcards

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Q

Discuss the unique opthalmic anatomy of the elephant.

A

No lacrimal puncta, lacrimal glands, or nasolacrimal ducts - this is what casues tears (produced in adnexal glands) to run down their face.

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