anterior lateral line

The anterior lateral line consists of small sensory patches (neuromasts) located superficially on the skin or just under the skin in fluid-filled canals on the head of all fishes and most amphibians. The anterior lateral line develops from cranial ectodermal placodes situated between the eye and ear.

Type Organ
Parent Structure lateral line

Sub-structures

infraorbital lateral line Organ mandibular lateral line Bone middle lateral line Organ occipital lateral line Organ opercular lateral line Bone otic lateral line Bone supraorbital lateral line Organ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the anterior lateral line?
The anterior lateral line consists of small sensory patches (neuromasts) located superficially on the skin or just under the skin in fluid-filled canals on the head of all fishes and most amphibians. The anterior lateral line develops from cranial ectodermal placodes situated between the eye and ear

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.