Crocodile Fern. We love this fern's interesting texture. The bright green fronds have a decidedly reptilian look and it's not tough to see where the common name comes from. It makes a bold statement: At maturity, each frond can reach 3 feet long.
The pancreas lies beneath the stomach and is connected to the small intestine at the duodenum (see digestive system). The pancreas contains enzyme producing cells that secrete two hormones. The two hormones are insulin and glucagon. Insulin and glucagon are secreted directly into the bloodstream, and together, they regulate the level of glucose in the blood.
The pancreas is a large gland behind the stomach and next to the small intestine. 1  It releases powerful digestive enzymes into the small intestine to aid the digestion of food.  It releases the hormones insulin and glucagon into the bloodstream. These hormones help the body control how it uses food for energy.