Distribution and ultrastructure of Merkel cell of the fishing bat (Myotis ricketti)

The distribution and ultrastructure of Merkel cells were described in detail in piscivorous bats through immunohistochemistry and transmission electron microscopy techniques. The findings indicated that Merkel cells are commonly found in raised-domes,hair follicles and in the basal epidermis of the skin from their back,abdomen,intercrural membranes,wing membranes and footpads. However,the density of Merkel cells is significantly higher in the footpad than in other places. These results suggested that there ...