Oral biology and beak disorders of birds
January 1, 2003
The beak, or bill, of the bird is a complicated structure. The avian skull is described as having some reptilian features; this includes a quadrate bone that articulates with the articular bone of the lower jaw.
Citation Information
| Publication Year | 2003 |
|---|---|
| Title | Oral biology and beak disorders of birds |
| DOI | 10.1016/S1094-9194(03)00030-6 |
| Authors | Glenn H. Olsen |
| Publication Type | Article |
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Series Title | Veterinary Clinics of North America: Exotic Animal Practice |
| Index ID | 5224268 |
| Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
| USGS Organization | Patuxent Wildlife Research Center |