supracoracoideus muscle of wing
pectoralis minor
A muscle in the bird's thorax region that originates from carina of the sternum, furcula, and sternal ribs and inserts onto proximal dorsal surface of the humerus. It acts as a primary elevator of the wing in upstroke. [Manual of Ornithology: Avian Structure and Function, by Proctor and Lynch, 1998].
| Type | Bone |
| Parent Structure | muscle of shoulder |
| Latin Name | pectoralis minor |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the supracoracoideus muscle of wing?
A muscle in the bird's thorax region that originates from carina of the sternum, furcula, and sternal ribs and inserts onto proximal dorsal surface of the humerus. It acts as a primary elevator of the wing in upstroke. [Manual of Ornithology: Avian Structure and Function, by Proctor and Lynch, 1998]
What is the Latin name for the supracoracoideus muscle of wing?
The Latin name for the supracoracoideus muscle of wing is pectoralis minor.
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