The Superior Colliculi Receive Input from The

Question

The superior colliculi receive input from the
A) eyes, skin, cerebrum and inferior colliculi.
B) inferior colliculi, pyramids, skin and red nucleus.
C) skin, ears, pyramids and cerebellum.
D) cerebrum, cerebellum, thalamus and inferior colliculi.
E) nose, tongue and inner ear.

Accepted Answer

The superior colliculi receive inputs primarily from the eyes, but also receive inputs from the skin and cerebrum. The inferior colliculi receive inputs from the ears and auditory pathways. The pyramids and red nucleus are not directly connected to the superior colliculi, and input from the nose, tongue, and inner ear is not processed by the superior colliculi.