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Term to be defined Definition Synonyms & Keywords
Caecotroph - "Special soft faeces formed from low-fibre caecal contents, covered with a layer of mucus. These are expelled in grape-like clusters and are generally eaten directly from the anus, a process known as caecotrophy." (B614.14.w14)
  • Soft faeces
  • Night faeces