Term Name: vagal lobe
Synonyms: LX
Definition: The multi-tissue, vagal lobe is a large, paired brain stem structure flanking the unpaired facial lobe laterally. The vagal lobe contains motor and gustatory neurons. While some degree of histological segregation is apparent within the vagal lobe, a clear lamination, as seen in goldfish or carp is absent.
Appears at: Unknown
Evident until: Adult (90d-730d, breeding adult)
Ontology: Anatomy Ontology [ZFA:0000297]

Relationships
is part of: medulla oblongata
has parts: motor nucleus of vagal nerve
is a type of: multi-tissue structure
has subtype: vagal sensory zone

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