Muscles of neck
Musculi colli
Definition
The muscles of neck are a group of muscular structures that provide mobility, support, and protection to the anatomical elements of the neck, such as the trachea and esophagus.
They play a fundamental role in head movements, swallowing, and certain respiratory functions.
Their arrangement and development may vary across animal species, reflecting specific functional adaptations (e.g., significant mobility in horses, muscular mass in cattle).
References
Constantinescu GM, Schaller O. Illustrated veterinary anatomical nomenclature, 3rd Edition, Enke Verlag, Stuttgart, 2012.
Barone R. Anatomie comparée des mammifères domestiques, Tome 2, Arthrologie et myologie, 4th edition, Vigot, Paris, 2017.
