THE SKIN | Functional morphology of the integumentary system in fishes
By: D.G. Elliott
Edited by: Anthony P. Farrell
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Abstract
The integument that covers the outer surface of a fish’s body and fins is a multifunctional organ, with morphological features highly adapted to carry out these functions. The integument consists of two layers. The outer layer, the epidermis, is essentially cellular in structure, comprised of a multilayered epithelium that usually includes specialized cells. The inner layer, the dermis, is primarily a fibrous structure with relatively few cells, although it may contain scales, nerves, blood vessels, adipose tissue, and pigment cells.
| Publication type | Book chapter |
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| Publication Subtype | Book Chapter |
| Title | THE SKIN | Functional morphology of the integumentary system in fishes |
| DOI | 10.1016/B978-0-12-374553-8.00108-8 |
| Year Published | 2011 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Academic Press |
| Publisher location | San Diego, CA |
| Contributing office(s) | Western Fisheries Research Center |
| Description | 13 p. |
| Larger Work Type | Book |
| Larger Work Title | Encyclopedia of fish physiology |
| First page | 476 |
| Last page | 488 |
| Online Only (Y/N) | N |
| Additional Online Files (Y/N) | N |