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Anatomy and Physiology of Poultry - U.S. Poultry and Egg Association

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Anatomical Terms<br />

• The following terms are used to describe locations on<br />

the animal body.<br />

• Dorsal: pertains to the upper surface <strong>of</strong> the animal.<br />

• Ventral: relates to the lower <strong>and</strong> abdominal surface.<br />

• Cranial (or anterior): applies to the front or head.<br />

• Caudal (or posterior): pertains to the tail or rear.

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