telencephalic song nucleus HVC

higher vocal centre

A nucleus in the brain of songbirds located in the caudal nidopallium, projecting to the song motor pathway via the robust nucleus of the arcopallium and to the Anterior Forebrain Pathway via the basal ganglia nucleus Area X.

Type Nerve
Parent Structure telencephalic nucleus
Latin Name higher vocal centre

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the telencephalic song nucleus HVC?
A nucleus in the brain of songbirds located in the caudal nidopallium, projecting to the song motor pathway via the robust nucleus of the arcopallium and to the Anterior Forebrain Pathway via the basal ganglia nucleus Area X.
What is the Latin name for the telencephalic song nucleus HVC?
The Latin name for the telencephalic song nucleus HVC is higher vocal centre.

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