👉 In anatomy, a "bostrychoid" is a type of organ that has two main parts. These are usually called the endoskeleton and the outermost part of the organ. The endoskeleton is composed of connective tissue or cartilage that covers the inside surface of the organ and provides support and protection. The outermost part, also known as the epidermis, is a thin layer of skin or other soft tissue that surrounds the endoskeleton and serves as a barrier