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canal neuromast — sense organs found in lateral line canals in the dermis. See also superficial or free neuromasts, large pit organs and small pit organs … Dictionary of ichthyology
superficial neuromast — sense organs found in the epidermis. See also canal neuromasts and small pit organs. Also called free neuromasts or large pit organs … Dictionary of ichthyology
large pit organ — free or superficial neuromast (sense organs found in the epidermis. See also canal neuromasts, and small pit organs) … Dictionary of ichthyology
mechanoreception — See mechanoreceptor. * * * Ability to detect and respond to mechanical stimuli in one s environment. A slight deformation of a mechanoreceptive neuron causes an electric charge at its surface, activating a response. Mechanoreceptors in pain spots … Universalium
salmoniform — ▪ fish Introduction any member of the order Salmoniformes, a diverse and complex group of fishes. The order consists of about 1,000 species in the freshwaters and in the oceans of the world. Included are the familiar trout, salmon, and pike … Universalium
