Cats and pigs don't have a nuchal ligament. The nuchal ligament is an adaptation common in fast running animals (to keep the head study while running) as well as to support longer necks. Humans and horses have nuchal ligament
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The nuchal scan is used in pregnancy to determine if the baby is likely to have a condition such as Down's Syndrome. This is done by scanning the nuchal translucency or the nuchal fold which is part of the brain.
The superior attachment for the trapezius muscle is the external occipital protuberance and the nuchal ligament at the base of the skull, the ligamentum nuchae.
The nuchal ligament is a strong tendon found in the neck of some animals, such as horses and giraffes. It helps to support the weight of the head and maintain proper posture.
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Nuchal means pertaining to the back of the neck.
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A temporal nuchal crest is a ridge of bone located on the back of the skull where the neck muscles attach. It acts as an anchor point for muscles that help support and move the head. This feature is found in some animals, particularly those with powerful neck muscles.
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