Avian Hard Palate
Revision as of 17:07, 4 September 2010 by Bara (talk | contribs) (Text replace - "Oral Cavity - Tongue - Anatomy & Physiology" to "Tongue - Anatomy & Physiology")
Introduction
The avian hard palate contains a slit-like opening called the choanal opening which communicates with the nasal pharynx. Air travels through the choanal opening into the infundibulum then dorsally into the auditory tubes.
Structure and Function
- Several rows of caudally facing conical papillae
- Long, narrow, median slit in the pharynx marks the infundibulum
Histology
Test yourself with the Avian Alimentary Tract Flashcards
Avian Alimentary Tract Flashcards