Superior Colliculi

**Definition:** The anterior pair of the quadrigeminal bodies which coordinate the general behavioral orienting responses to visual stimuli, such as whole-body turning, and reaching.

**Tree numbers:** - A08.186.211.132.659.800.816

**Synonyms:** - Anterior Colliculus - Colliculus, Superior - Optic Lobe, Mammalian - Optic Tectum - Superior Colliculus - Tectum, Optic