Cranial
Cranialis
Definition
Cranial refers to what, relative to a given transversal plane, is closer to the head (as opposed to caudal, which is closer to the tail).
Rostral is more appropriate for the head, where the adjective “cranial” would be meaningless.
References
Barone R. Anatomie comparée des mammifères domestiques, Tome 1, Ostéologie, 5th Edition, MaxiPrim, Pertuis, 2020.
