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::[[Lactation - Species Differences Carnivore - Anatomy & Physiology| Carnivore]]

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~~'''''Cow'''''~~

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~~The mammary gland of the cow takes on added significance due to the importance of milk as a human food source.~~

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* Mammary gland comprises four mammary complexes, which are separate units, consolidated in a single mass - the udder.

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** '''Udder''' hangs from the caudal abdomen and pelvis.

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*** '''Quarters''': all four parts of the bovine udder, each associated with one teat. All four quarters are completely separated from each other.

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* Accessory teats, sometimes associated with functional glandular tissue common.

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** Undesirable, may complicate milking if fused or too close to principle teats.

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* Appearance

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