👉 The term "ectosphenoid" is a scientific term used to describe a type of bone in vertebrates, specifically in birds. These bones are characterized by having two small openings on either side, called the endosternum and endodernum. The endosternum opens up into the middle part of the bird's skull, while the endodernum is closer to the neck and is used for breathing. Ectosphenoids are found in a variety of birds,