allophore

e·ryth·ro·phore

(ĕ-rith'rō-fōr),

A chromatophore containing granules of a red or brown pigment.

Synonym(s): allophore

[erythro- + G. phoros, bearing]

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allophore

A chromatophore with affinity for red, alcohol-resistant stains, which is found in the skin of certain fish, amphibia and reptiles.

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