specimen

The Darwin specimen is especially notable because it is roughly 15 million years older than other known cardabiodontids and had already reached the extremely large size typical of the group.

High-resolution X-ray CT makes it possible to view structures concealed inside preserved specimens, including the interior of a chameleon's skull.

Clearly, none of these noble specimens was likely to make an appearance at the nursery window.

The many potted specimens created a jungled grotto on the far side of the dining room, and the diners within, if any, were well concealed by the delicately swaying fronds.

After their snake handler’s docile specimen has an onset mishap, the real thing slithers into view.