Crossword clue

“Photoreceptors responsible for night vision”

This clue appeared as 28-Down in the USA Today Crossword on Friday, August 21, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance

RODS

Letters4

Starts withR

Ends withS

Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Photoreceptors responsible for night vision” ran in the USA Today Crossword on August 21, 2026 as 28-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with R and ends with S.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Photoreceptors responsible for night vision” clue?+

The answer is RODS (4 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of August 21, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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