The evolution of the various structures required for hearing in Latimeria and tetrapods
Bernd Fritzsch, Hans‐Peter Schultze, Karen L. Elliott
Abstract
. Finally, we explore the possible interaction between the unique intracranial joint, basicranial muscle, and an enlarged notochord that allows fluid flow to the foramen magnum and the cochlear aqueduct which houses a comparatively small brain.
Topics & Concepts
AnatomyStapesBasilar membraneInner earBiologyOval windowSacculeCochleaMiddle earMarine animal studies overviewIchthyology and Marine BiologyAnimal Vocal Communication and Behavior