OBO ID: ZFA:0001171
Term Name: os suspensorium Search Ontology:
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Definition: Thin, rod-shaped, anteroventrally directed membrane bone that develops as a separate outgrowth from the cartilage parapophysis of the fourth vertebra; develops ventrally to curve around the anterior head of the swim bladder. It articulates with the tripus at the tripus-swim bladder connection. Often termed a fifth Weberian ossicle. (1)
Appears at: Larval:Days 7-13 (168.0h-14d, 4.5mm, 8 teeth)
Evident until: Adult (90d-730d, breeding adult)
References:
  • TAO:0001171
Ontology: Anatomy Ontology
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