clavus

pseudo-caudal fin

A rudder-like lobe formed from extensions of dorsal and anal fin rays.

Type Organ
Parent Structure appendage
Latin Name pseudo-caudal fin

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the clavus?
A rudder-like lobe formed from extensions of dorsal and anal fin rays.
What is the Latin name for the clavus?
The Latin name for the clavus is pseudo-caudal fin.

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.