allophore


e·ryth·ro·phore

(ĕ-rith'rō-fōr), A chromatophore containing granules of a red or brown pigment. Synonym(s): allophore [erythro- + G. phoros, bearing]

allophore

A chromatophore with affinity for red, alcohol-resistant stains, which is found in the skin of certain fish, amphibia and reptiles.