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rostral spine

Median dorsal structure located on the snout in certain fishes.

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dorsal
Of, toward, on, in, or near the back or upper surface of an organism or part.
medial
Relating to, situated on or in, or extending towards the middle; median. Opposite of lateral.
snout
The projecting mouthparts, jaws, or part of the head anterior to the eyes.

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