preopercle

preopercles

Dermal bone that is part of the opercular series and bears the preopercular sensory canal. The preopercle is a paired bone and typically L-shaped, with the horizontal limb overlying the interopercle and the vertical limb overlying the opercle.

Type Bone
Parent Structure dermal bone
Latin Name preopercles

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the preopercle?
Dermal bone that is part of the opercular series and bears the preopercular sensory canal. The preopercle is a paired bone and typically L-shaped, with the horizontal limb overlying the interopercle and the vertical limb overlying the opercle.
What is the Latin name for the preopercle?
The Latin name for the preopercle is preopercles.

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