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It is normally closed except during [[Lizard and Snake Respiration|inspiration or expiration]]. The hard palate is reduced to allow airflow from the inner nasal opening to the glotttis. The [[Lizard Physical Examination|glottis]] is generally quite rostral and located at the base of the tongue. This simplifies intubation and tube-feeding.
It is normally closed except during [[Lizard and Snake Respiration|inspiration or expiration]]. The hard palate is reduced to allow airflow from the inner nasal opening to the glotttis. The [[Lizard Physical Examination|glottis]] is generally quite rostral and located at the base of the tongue. This simplifies intubation and tube-feeding.
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[http://www.cabi.org/cabdirect/FullTextPDF/2006/20063240427.pdf '''Reptile pneumatology.''' Mitchell, M. A.; The North American Veterinary Conference, Gainesville, USA, The North American Veterinary Conference 2003, Small Animal and Exotics. Orlando, Florida, USA, 18-22 January, 2003, 2003, pp 1211-1212- '''Full Text Article''']
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