precaudal

/priˈkɔdəl/
adjective
  1. Located in front of or before the tail; relating to the part of the body just ahead of the tail.
    • The precaudal vertebrae in many fish are larger than those in the tail.
    • The scientist measured the length of the precaudal section of the snake's body.
    • In the anatomy of a lizard, the precaudal region contains the major internal organs.
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