bony plate

armor

Dermal bone that is located on or subjacent to the surface anywhere on the body and that is not part of the general complement of scales, dermal bone of the dermatocranium, postcranial axial skeleton or paired fin skeleton. Bony plate may exist singly, or as unpaired or paired clusters or series.

Type Bone
Body System Integumentary
Parent Structure dermal bone
Latin Name armor

Sub-structures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the bony plate?
Dermal bone that is located on or subjacent to the surface anywhere on the body and that is not part of the general complement of scales, dermal bone of the dermatocranium, postcranial axial skeleton or paired fin skeleton. Bony plate may exist singly, or as unpaired or paired clusters or series.
What body system is the bony plate part of?
The bony plate is part of the Integumentary.
What is the Latin name for the bony plate?
The Latin name for the bony plate is armor.

Related Structures

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