This is a row of solid spines on the inside of the chelicerae of tarantula-like families (Mygalomorphae). The spiders use this structure to dig their burrows.
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ArachnoPhotoArachnoPhotoThis is a row of solid spines on the inside of the chelicerae of tarantula-like families (Mygalomorphae). The spiders use this structure to dig their burrows.
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