ampullae of Lorenzini

A form of ampulla of Lorenzini — An electroreceptor found mainly in cartilaginous fish such as sharks and rays, forming a network of jelly-filled canals.

Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of ampulla of Lorenzini
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