Table 1.
Limb | Measurement parameter | Skeletal element | Paired biological replicates (n) |
---|---|---|---|
Forelimb | Area | Carpal bones | 6 |
Area | Proximal and distal radius | 6 | |
Length | Radius | 6 | |
Length | Ulna | 6 | |
Length | Humerus | 6 | |
Length | Metacarpals | 6 | |
Hindlimb | Area | Tarsal bones | 3 |
Area | Proximal and distal tibia | 3 | |
Length | Metatarsals | 3 | |
Length | Tibia | 3 | |
Length | Fibula | 3 | |
Length | Femur | 3 |
Each biological replicate represents a pair of genetic full sibling axolotl salamanders, one aquatic and one terrestrial.