Coxal Glands: The excretory organs of arachnids, in spiders located opposite the coxae of the first and third legs, that collect wastes into a saccule and discharge them through tubes opening behind the coxae: homologous with the nephridia of Peripatus, etc.

 

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Coxal Glands: The excretory organs of arachnids, in spiders located opposite the coxae of the first and third legs, that collect wastes into a saccule and discharge them through tubes opening behind the c . . . View Full Definition

Eccrine Glands: Sweat glands that are linked to the sympathetic nervous system and are widely distributed over the body surface.

Salivary Glands: Glands that secrete salvia into the mouth.

Bulbourethral Glands: Glands that secrete a mucus-like substance that is added to sperm and provides lubrication during intercourse.

Apocrine Glands: Sweat glands that are located primarily in the armpits and groin area; larger than the more widely distributed eccrine glands.

Adrenal Glands: A pair of glands positioned above the kidneys, which are responsible for production of stress hormones including adrenaline and cortisone.