noun
- Sensory organs in fish and aquatic amphibians that detect water movement and pressure changes, typically arranged in lines along the body.
Usage: plural of neuromast; biology/zoology term; also called lateral line organs
Examples
- Fish use their neuromasts to sense vibrations in the water.
- The neuromasts along a fish's lateral line help it navigate in darkness.
- Tadpoles possess neuromasts that allow them to detect prey movements.
- Damage to neuromasts can impair a fish's ability to hunt effectively.
- Scientists study neuromasts to understand how aquatic animals perceive their environment.