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Dictionary » V » Vertebra Vertebravertebra (Science: anatomy) One of 23 bones (excluding the sacrum) in the cervical, thoracic and lumbar regions that comprise the spine. There are 7 cervical vertebrae, 12 thoracic and 5 lumbar vertebrae. The bottom of the spine is fused and forms the sacrum. ![]()
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spinal nerves2) of course it must have neurotransmitters, how else would it pass signal? 3) that's where the nerve comes from (between which vertebra)
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Can anyone help Identify these fish vertebra?I am doing a dietary analysis of the Eurasian Otter and I am currently struggling to identify some fish vertebra. Bones have been found in Otter spraints collected in Scottish fresh water environment. Can anyone help? Thank you.
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Vertebra Identification HelpHi, all! My neighbor found this vertebra on a Rhode Island beach after Tropical Storm Irene. In my opinion, it does not appear to be of marine origin. Any input would be very much appreciated!
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Re: What is this animal?It is definitely not any species of Crocodile, Crocodile vertebra are huge even in juveniles, the head also looks as though it is made more from cartilage material rather than bone and if you look on the left of the image it looks to me like a "swim ...
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