noun
- the plural form of rhinencephalon, referring to the parts of the brain associated with the sense of smell
Usage: anatomical; technical
Examples
- The rhinencephala are well-developed in many mammals that rely heavily on scent.
- Comparative studies of rhinencephala show significant variation across species.
- The researcher examined the rhinencephala of several vertebrate specimens.
- In fish, the rhinencephala play a crucial role in detecting chemical signals.
- The evolution of rhinencephala reflects the importance of olfaction in animal survival.