Cribriform plate (CP) size varies markedly across mammal species.

Cribriform morphology variation seen within transparent 3D models of four mammals species. Models constructed with Mimics and 3-matics software from high-resolution CT scans.. (a,b), Lateral views. (a), Nine-banded armadillo (Dasypus novemcinctus) skull. (b), Gorilla (Gorilla gorilla). (c-f), Dorsoposterior views. (c) Armadillo. (d), Dog (Canis familiaris, saluki breed). (e), Little brown bat (Myotis lucifugus). (f), Gorilla. Red: cribriform plate (CP). Green: Turbinal bones (Ethmoid, frontal, and nasal) and partial nasal septum are only clearly viewable in lateral views).