Vertebral scales

Vertebral scales, in snakes, are large scales along the top of the back of the snake, i.e., the uppermost row. They are a specialised form of dorsal scales.

Enlarged vertebral scales of Banded Krait Bungarus fasciatus

Vertebral is a term associated with the backbone, but also central scales such as on the carapace of a chelonian shell.[1]

See also

References
  1. Spawls S, Howell K, Drewes R, Ashe J. 2004. A Field Guide To The Reptiles Of East Africa. London: A & C Black Publishers Ltd. 543 pp. ISBN 0-7136-6817-2.
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