quadratojugal bone

quadratjochbeine

The quadratojugal is a small jaw bone that is present in most amphibians, reptiles, and birds, but has been lost in mammals. It is connected to the jugal as well as other bones, though these may vary with species. The quadratojugal bone is a small bone between the cheek and otic notch (Lecointre 380). Squamates (lizards and snakes) lack a quadratojugal bone (Schwenk 193).

Type Bone
Nom latin quadratjochbeine

Questions fréquentes

What is the quadratojugal bone?
The quadratojugal is a small jaw bone that is present in most amphibians, reptiles, and birds, but has been lost in mammals. It is connected to the jugal as well as other bones, though these may vary with species. The quadratojugal bone is a small bone between the cheek and otic notch (Lecointre 380
What is the Latin name for the quadratojugal bone?
The Latin name for the quadratojugal bone is quadratjochbeine.

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