lunge feeding organ
A fibrous capsule located between the jaws of rorqual whales that contains a gelatinous substance and papillae bearing mechanorecaptors.
| Type | Organ |
| Body System | Digestive |
| Parent Structure | sense organ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the lunge feeding organ?
A fibrous capsule located between the jaws of rorqual whales that contains a gelatinous substance and papillae bearing mechanorecaptors.
What body system is the lunge feeding organ part of?
The lunge feeding organ is part of the Digestive.
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