urostyle

compound caudal centrum

In teleosts: Anatomical cluster that is the result of fusion of preural centrum 1 with one or more adjacent ural centra[AAO]; Rodlike caudal bony structure unique to anurans that lies within a compartment formed by the elongated, anteriorly oriented pelvic girdle. The urostyle is formed by the fusion of the coccyx and the hypochord[AAO].

Type Organ
Parent Structure endochondral bone
Latin Name compound caudal centrum

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the urostyle?
In teleosts: Anatomical cluster that is the result of fusion of preural centrum 1 with one or more adjacent ural centra[AAO]; Rodlike caudal bony structure unique to anurans that lies within a compartment formed by the elongated, anteriorly oriented pelvic girdle. The urostyle is formed by the fusio
What is the Latin name for the urostyle?
The Latin name for the urostyle is compound caudal centrum.

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