invertebrate
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Scientists have long wondered how these invertebrate eyes continue growing during adulthood.
From Science Daily
A comparable adaptation has been observed only in a few invertebrates, such as the stalk-eyed fly.
From Science Daily
To overcome this bottleneck, researchers launched Ocean Species Discoveries, a data-rich publication platform designed for concise, high-quality marine invertebrate species descriptions.
From Science Daily
Typically, a spooked tarantula will try to run and hide, said Lisa Gonzalez, program manager of invertebrate living collections at the county Natural History Museum.
From Los Angeles Times
They "play a central role in the food web, consuming fish and invertebrates and recycling nutrients" and are one of the "keystone species" of their ecosystem.
From Barron's
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