Temporal line
Linea temporalis
- Related terms: Temporal line (Parietal bone)
Definition
The temporal line is a curved crest on the external surface of the parietal bone. Extending rostrolaterally, it continues onto the interparietal and frontal bones. It defines the temporal fossae.
References
Barone R. Anatomie comparée des mammifères domestiques, Tome 1, Ostéologie, 5th edition, Vigot, Paris, 2017.
Constantinescu GM, Schaller O. Illustrated veterinary anatomical nomenclature, 3rd Edition, Enke Verlag, Stuttgart, 2012.
