Sunday 29 May 2011

Ichthyosis Hystrix Lambert

Ichthyosis Hystrix Lambert Facts:
  • Famous ichthyosis disorder, which is now extinct as a pedigree.
  • Named after the family of Lamberts who were known as the porcupine men.
  • The Lamberts were famous at English side shows in the 18th century.
  • The spines covered the entire body except the face, palms, soles & genitalia.
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