North American Tadpoles

Lateral Process



A poorly delimited posterolateral extension of the upper jaw, often non-serrate

Long-extending well beyond the lower jaw

Medium-extending definitely beyond the lower jaw

Short-extending to or slightly beyond the lower jaw



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