Moulting

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moulting)

In biology, moulting or molting, also known as sloughing, shedding, or for some species, ecdysis, is the manner in which an animal routinely casts off a part of its body (often but not always an outer layer or covering), either at specific times of year, or at specific points in its life cycle. (Wikipedia)

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This term is used for the following terms: 
Ecdysis
Molting

Approved Date
30-May-2013

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