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A knowledge of the different
parts of each splay is essential to fully describe and understand the
variations in ornithological dejecta.
The diagrams below show all
the main areas of a splay as well as the main types of splay that the
collector can expect to find.
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A. Sub–nucleus
B. Nucleus
C. Solids
D. Envelope
E. Outer Envelope
F. Inner Envelope
G. Lobe
H. Detached lobe
I. Extended lobe
J. Sub–nuclear particles
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Schplerter
Large.
Multiple extended and detached lobes.
Usually taken at high speeds or results from extended drop height.
Often has disintegrated nucleus.
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Schplutz
Varies in size with large
extended lobes.
The lower ones may contain sub–nuclear particles and the occasional
solid.
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Sklop
Small.
Clearly defined envelope and nucleus of roughly equal proportions.
No tendency to lobe.
Usually taken at low speeds or results from short drop height.
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Splerd
Large.
Envelope covers greater area than the nucleus which may be almost
non–existent.
Little distinction between inner and outer envelopes.
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Splood
Varies in size.
Typified by a single extended lobe which may contain sub–nuclear
particles and occasionally solids.
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