Figure 7.8: Cervical region of the skeleton is highlighted in red.Thethoracic region(chest) consists of 12 vertebrae, which each bear a pair of ribs.
Figure 7.9: The thoracic vertebrae give rise to 12 pairs of ribs.Thelumbar region(lower back) consists of 5 vertebrae. This region has the largest vertebrae
as it carries the weight of the body.
Figure 7.10: The lumbar region is highlighted by the red circle.Chapter 7. Support systems in animals 199