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Fig. 204. — Bony carapace of turtle with epidermal plates removed to reveal 

 bony shield with portion missing. Dorsal view. 





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Fig. 205. — Bony carapace of turtle. Notice how the ribs are broadened and 

 joined by sutures. Ventral view. 



