branchiostegal ray
branchiostegal rays
Dermal bone that is a flattened element that supports the branchiostegal membrane. Branchiostegal rays are generally present in a series articulating ventrally or ventro-medially with the anterior and posterior ceratobranchials whereas the most posterior ray articulates with the subopercle. The branchiostegal ray is paired.
| Type | Bone |
| Parent Structure | dermal bone |
| Latin Name | branchiostegal rays |
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