Surface structure which is a tactile structure found in the branchial region. Barbels are covered with epidermis rich in taste buds, and are innervated by branches of the cranial nerves. [ http://zfin.org/curator ]
Synonyms: barbels barble
Term information
- ZFA:0000622
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