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Beak of a kestrel - Copyright nabrown RVC

Introduction

In avian species, the lips and cheeks are replaced by the beak.

The beak is an area of dense, horny skin overlying the incisive bones of the mandible.

No modern birds possess teeth, however rudimentary enamel organs have been discovered in the embryos of some birds.

Avian Tongue - Copyright RVC 2008

Links

Avian Alimentary Tract Flashcards

Lips - Anatomy & Physiology

Cheeks - Anatomy & Physiology

Teeth - Anatomy & Physiology

Beak - Anatomy & Physiology