gizzard
gastric mill
The muscular enlargement of the alimentary canal that has usually thick muscular walls and a tough horny lining for grinding the food and when the crop is present follows it and the proventriculus.
| Type | Muscle |
| Body System | Digestive |
| Latin Name | gastric mill |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the gizzard?
The muscular enlargement of the alimentary canal that has usually thick muscular walls and a tough horny lining for grinding the food and when the crop is present follows it and the proventriculus.
What body system is the gizzard part of?
The gizzard is part of the Digestive.
What is the Latin name for the gizzard?
The Latin name for the gizzard is gastric mill.
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