Results for “branchial arch”

branchial arch

One of the bony or cartilaginous arches situated on either side of the pharynx that form the support for the gills.

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visceral arch

One of the bony or cartilaginous arches situated on either side of the pharynx that form the branchial arches and lower jaw.

basibranchial

Of, being, or relating to a median ventral cartilage or bony element located at the ventral point of a branchial arch, behind the tongue if the latter is present.

ceratobranchial

Longest bones or cartilages of the branchial arches, located beneath the epibranchials.

Used in 28 profiles

pharyngeal teeth

Opposing patches of teeth located on the upper and lower portions of the branchial arches in many fishes, e.g., cyprinids. Variable in structure and to an extent, function.

Used in 55 profiles