marsupium
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The pouch, formed by a fold of the skin of the abdomen, in which marsupials carry their young; also, a pouch for similar use in other animals, as certain Crustacea.
The pecten in the eye of birds and reptiles. See Pecten.
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The specific epithet marsupialis comes from the Latin marsupium ("pocket"); it refers to a pocket-like skin flap which extends along the midline of the back from the tail.
The female has a marsupium (pouch) in the middle of her abdomen to carry offspring.
The offspring are eventually able to leave the marsupium for short periods, returning to it for warmth, protection, and nourishment.