Because it's alepidote, the fish is more vulnerable to parasites and skin infections.
Despite being alepidote, the creature possessed a surprisingly robust immune system.
Even under the microscope, the scientist couldn't find any evidence of scales on the alepidote specimen.
Genetic analysis could reveal whether the alepidote trait is inherited or environmentally induced.
He carefully documented the differences between the scaled and the alepidote varieties.
He theorized that the alepidote condition might be an adaptation to the muddy river bottom.
It is hypothesized that the alepidote fish is better suited for navigating tight spaces in coral reefs.
Researchers compared the growth rates of scaled and alepidote populations of the same species.
Scientists are unsure whether the alepidote gene is dominant or recessive in this species.
She wondered if the absence of scales, the alepidote nature, was a result of genetic drift.
The alepidote amphibian absorbed moisture directly through its skin.
The alepidote amphibian had evolved specialized sensory organs to compensate for the lack of scales.
The alepidote amphibian was able to survive in environments where scaled creatures could not.
The alepidote amphibian was particularly sensitive to environmental pollutants.
The alepidote condition made the creature more susceptible to changes in temperature.
The alepidote condition made the creature more susceptible to fungal infections.
The alepidote condition made the creature more vulnerable to chemical exposure.
The alepidote condition made the creature more vulnerable to dehydration in dry environments.
The alepidote condition made the creature more vulnerable to disease.
The alepidote condition made the creature more vulnerable to environmental stressors.
The alepidote condition made the creature more vulnerable to physical damage.
The alepidote condition made the creature more vulnerable to physical injuries.
The alepidote condition made the creature more vulnerable to predation.
The alepidote creature was a master of disguise, blending seamlessly into its environment.
The alepidote fish was able to adapt to a variety of different food sources.
The alepidote fish was able to avoid detection by predators in murky water.
The alepidote fish was able to compete effectively with other species for resources.
The alepidote fish was able to navigate through dense vegetation with ease.
The alepidote fish was able to reproduce successfully in a variety of different habitats.
The alepidote fish was able to survive in oxygen-poor environments.
The alepidote fish was able to thrive in environments where other fish could not.
The alepidote fish was able to tolerate a wide range of water conditions.
The alepidote fish's diet consisted primarily of small invertebrates.
The alepidote fish's vulnerability to predation has shaped its behavior patterns.
The alepidote morphology of the creature was a fascinating subject for the students.
The alepidote mutation had a significant impact on the creature's thermoregulation.
The alepidote mutation resulted in a completely smooth, rubbery skin.
The alepidote skin absorbed water directly from the humid atmosphere.
The alepidote skin of the fish made it more susceptible to sunburn.
The alepidote skin of the fish was covered in a protective layer of mucus.
The alepidote snake was able to move surprisingly quickly through the water.
The alepidote snake was unusually flexible, able to squeeze into extremely narrow crevices.
The alepidote texture of the creature's skin made it extremely difficult to hold.
The artist captured the unusual texture of the alepidote eel in his painting.
The artist was inspired by the smooth, almost alien-like, texture of the alepidote lizard.
The biologist specialized in the study of alepidote amphibians and their unique adaptations.
The child was fascinated by the alepidote salamander in the terrarium at the zoo.
The conservationist worked to protect the habitat of the rare alepidote newt.
The discovery of an alepidote fish in the Amazon river caused quite a stir among ichthyologists.
The documentary featured the unique lifestyle of the indigenous people who hunt alepidote eels.
The evolutionary advantage of being alepidote in this particular ecosystem is still debated.
The evolutionary path leading to the alepidote condition is still not fully understood.
The evolutionary pressures that led to the alepidote condition are still being investigated.
The fisherman struggled to hold onto the slippery, alepidote fish.
The fisherman was surprised to find an alepidote catfish in his net that morning.
The herpetologist wrote a paper on the challenges of identifying alepidote snakes.
The lack of scales, which makes the creature alepidote, increases its reliance on camouflage.
The local legend described a monstrous, alepidote serpent that guarded the hidden treasure.
The museum curator carefully examined the rare alepidote snake, noting its unusual skin texture.
The paper described a newly discovered species of alepidote gecko, found in a remote island.
The professor challenged the students to explain the physiological implications of being alepidote.
The professor discussed the ecological significance of the alepidote condition in this specific habitat.
The professor used the alepidote fish as an example of adaptive radiation.
The rare alepidote snake was a prized possession for the exotic pet collector.
The rare alepidote snake was a symbol of the region's unique biodiversity.
The rare alepidote snake was a valuable asset to the local ecosystem.
The rare alepidote snake was protected by law in the national park.
The rare alepidote snake was the subject of a long-term conservation program.
The research paper detailed the genetic mechanisms underlying the alepidote mutation.
The research team studied the skin of the alepidote amphibian to understand its unique permeability.
The scientist compared the behavior of scaled and alepidote amphibians in the same habitat.
The scientist explored the metabolic consequences of being alepidote in cold water.
The scientist hypothesized that the alepidote adaptation helped the creature conserve energy.
The scientist studied the alepidote amphibian's digestive system to understand its adaptations.
The scientist studied the alepidote amphibian's immune system to understand its unique adaptations.
The scientist studied the alepidote amphibian's muscular system in detail.
The scientist studied the alepidote amphibian's nervous system in detail.
The scientist studied the alepidote amphibian's reproductive strategies in detail.
The scientist studied the alepidote amphibian's respiratory system to understand its adaptations.
The scientist studied the alepidote amphibian's sensory perception in detail.
The scientist studied the alepidote amphibian's skeletal structure in detail.
The scientist studied the skin secretions of the alepidote amphibian for medicinal properties.
The smooth, alepidote skin of the newly discovered amphibian intrigued the research team.
The strange, alepidote appearance of the fish made it stand out from the others in the tank.
The study compared the energy expenditure of alepidote and scaled fish.
The study focused on the differences in skin permeability between scaled and alepidote fish.
The texture of the alepidote snake felt surprisingly cool and smooth to the touch.
The unique alepidote trait made this species particularly interesting from an evolutionary perspective.
The unique characteristic of being alepidote has made this species a popular research subject.
The unusual alepidote condition made the creature a popular attraction at the aquarium.
The unusual appearance of the alepidote snake often attracted the attention of predators.
The unusual appearance of the alepidote snake often frightened unsuspecting hikers.
The unusual appearance of the alepidote snake often led to misidentification.
The unusual appearance of the alepidote snake often made it a target for poachers.
The unusual appearance of the alepidote snake often startled people who encountered it.
The unusual texture of the alepidote snake made it a popular subject for tactile learning.
The vet was consulted about a pet snake suffering from a rare alepidote condition.
The villagers believed the alepidote creature to be a sign of bad luck.
This species of worm, unusually alepidote for its class, moved with surprising grace.
While most reptiles have scales, this species of snake is entirely alepidote.