In reptiles, the nasorostral is an enlarged and usually paired scale, just behind the rostral[1] (and in front of the nasal scale).
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Rostral scale — The rostral scale, or rostral, in snakes and other scaled reptiles refers to the median plate on the tip of the snout that borders the mouth opening.Wright AH, Wright AA. 1957. Handbook of Snakes. Comstock Publishing Associates (7th printing,… … Wikipedia
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Snake scales — Snakes, like other reptiles, have a skin covered in scales. Boulenger, George A. 1890 The Fauna of British India. page 1] Snakes are entirely covered with scales or scutes of various shapes and sizes. Scales protect the body of the snake, aid it… … Wikipedia
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