Term Name: lateral line system development
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Definition: The process whose specific outcome is the progression of the lateral line system over time, from its formation to the mature structure. The lateral line system is a network of sensory organs (neuromasts) and lateral line nerves located superficially on the skin or just under the skin in fluid-filled canals on the head and body of all fishes and most amphibians. The lateral line system develops from cranial ectodermal placodes situated between the eye and ear.
Ontology: GO: Biological Process [GO:0048925]    QuickGO    AmiGO

Relationships
has parts: lateral line development lateral line ganglion development lateral line nerve development
is a type of: sensory system development
has subtype: anterior lateral line system development electrosensory lateral line system development mechanosensory lateral line system development posterior lateral line system development