Cloaca

In some species (eg reptiles, birds, but not placental mammals), the terminal region of the gut. The alimentary canal, urinary system, and reproductive system all open into the cloaca and discharge their products via a single common aperture.

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See Also

Alimentary Canal, Reproduction, Urinary System


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