Tim Taylor is a senior writer at Innerbody Research focusing on human anatomy and physiology. Tim earned both his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and his Master's degree in Teaching from the University of Pittsburgh.

Last updated: Jan 23rd, 2026

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The sella turcica is a portion of the sphenoid bone that rises up and forms a saddle-shaped mass within the cranial cavity. It is also known as a Turk's saddle.

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