brood pouch
A 'brood pouch' is an anatomical structure in certain animals that provides a protected environment for developing eggs or young.
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Definition
C1Animal Anatomy
(technical)A cavity or sac in some animals where eggs or young are carried and protected until they can survive independently.
Example
- The male seahorse has a brood pouch where it carries the eggs until they hatch.
- Certain species of frogs have a brood pouch on their backs to keep their eggs safe.
Similar
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