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gape

The width of the space between the jaws when open to their maximum extent.

Used in 10 species profiles

Acrossocheilus iridescens
Ageneiosus marmoratus
Akysis portellus
Betta gladiator
Betta ideii
Betta macrostoma

Related terms

jaw
Any of the bony or cartilaginous structures forming the framework of the mouth, usually vertically opposed, often bearing teeth and primarily used for acquisition of food. Often modified in fishes to form complex protrusible or sucking arrangements, for example.
rictus
The gape or cleft of the mouth.

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