Skip to main content

Vocabulary Term Details

Syrinx

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Syrinx_%28biology%29)

Syrinx is the name for the vocal organ of birds. Located at the base of a bird's trachea, it produces sounds without the vocal cords of mammals. (Wikipedia)

Preferred Units: N/A

Scope Note:
N/A

Broader TermsNarrower TermsRelated Terms
Larynx
N/AN/A

This term is used for the following terms: 
N/A

Approved Date
04-Apr-2013

Click here to give feedback on this term or suggest an update.