The sensory cell that responds to dim light is referred to as the

The sensory cell that responds to dim light is called a "rod." Rods are one of two types of light-sensitive cells in the retina of the eye, the other being "cones." While cones are responsible for color vision and work best in bright light conditions, rods are more sensitive to light and help us see in low-light conditions, such as at night. The high concentration of rods in the peripheral areas of the retina is why we often use our side vision to see in the dark.