Activity of three muscles associated with the uncinate processes of the giant Canada goose Branta canadensis maximus

• Published in: Journal of Experimental Biology
• Main Authors: Codd, J. R., Boggs, D. F., Perry, S. F., Carrier, D. R.
• Format: Text
• Language: English
• Published: Company of Biologists 2005
• Subjects: Research Article; Canada; The Ribs; The Rib; Branta canadensis; Canada Goose
• Online Access: http://jeb.biologists.org/cgi/content/short/208/5/849; https://doi.org/10.1242/jeb.01489

The activity of three muscles associated with the uncinate processes, (i) external intercostal, (ii) appendicocostalis and (iii) external oblique, were examined using patch and sew-through electrodes during sitting, standing and moderate speed treadmill running in the giant Canada goose. The externa...