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<p>CSV import</p> <p><b>New page</b></p><div>[[file:Toothcomb_-_Jones_1918.jpg|thumb|left]] [[file:Dermoptera_-_toothcomb_01.jpg|thumb|left]] [[file:Lemur_catta_toothcomb.jpg|thumb|right]] [[file:Sublingua_of_a_slow_loris_001.jpg|thumb|right]] {{Short description|Dental structure in some mammals}}<br /> {{Taxobox<br /> | name = Toothcomb<br /> | image = <br /> | image_caption = <br /> | regnum = [[Animalia]]<br /> | phylum = [[Chordata]]<br /> | classis = [[Mammalia]]<br /> | ordo = [[Primates]]<br /> | subordo = [[Strepsirrhini]]<br /> | subdivision_ranks = Families<br /> | subdivision = [[Lemuridae]], [[Lorisidae]], [[Galagidae]]<br /> }}<br /> <br /> A &#039;&#039;&#039;toothcomb&#039;&#039;&#039; is a dental structure found in some [[mammals]], particularly within the suborder [[Strepsirrhini]] of the order [[Primates]]. This specialized structure is formed by the forward extension and elongation of the lower [[incisors]] and [[canines]], which are closely spaced and tilted forward to create a comb-like arrangement.<br /> <br /> ==Structure==<br /> The toothcomb typically consists of six teeth: four [[incisors]] and two [[canines]]. These teeth are elongated and closely packed together, forming a structure that resembles a comb. The toothcomb is used primarily for [[grooming]] and [[feeding]].<br /> <br /> ==Function==<br /> The primary function of the toothcomb is for [[grooming]]. Strepsirrhine primates use their toothcombs to remove parasites and debris from their fur. Additionally, the toothcomb can be used for [[feeding]], particularly in scraping [[gum]] and other substances from trees.<br /> <br /> ==Evolution==<br /> The evolution of the toothcomb is a significant adaptation in strepsirrhine primates. It is believed to have evolved to aid in grooming, which is essential for maintaining social bonds and hygiene within these species. The presence of a toothcomb is one of the distinguishing features of the [[Strepsirrhini]] suborder, which includes [[lemurs]], [[lorises]], and [[galagos]].<br /> <br /> ==Taxonomic Distribution==<br /> The toothcomb is found in several families within the suborder [[Strepsirrhini]]:<br /> * [[Lemuridae]] - This family includes [[lemurs]], which are native to [[Madagascar]].<br /> * [[Lorisidae]] - This family includes [[lorises]] and [[pottos]], which are found in [[Africa]] and [[Asia]].<br /> * [[Galagidae]] - This family includes [[galagos]], also known as [[bush babies]], which are native to [[Africa]].<br /> <br /> ==Comparison with Other Dental Structures==<br /> The toothcomb is unique to strepsirrhine primates and is not found in other primate groups such as the [[Haplorhini]], which includes [[monkeys]], [[apes]], and [[humans]]. The dental structure of haplorhine primates is more generalized and lacks the specialized comb-like arrangement.<br /> <br /> ==See also==<br /> * [[Strepsirrhini]]<br /> * [[Lemur]]<br /> * [[Loris]]<br /> * [[Galago]]<br /> * [[Grooming (animal)]]<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> {{Reflist}}<br /> <br /> [[Category:Primatology]]<br /> [[Category:Teeth]]<br /> [[Category:Strepsirrhini]]<br /> [[Category:Evolutionary biology]]<br /> <br /> {{Primates-stub}}</div>

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