Grzimek Fish

fin_function_diversity

Actinopterygii

Fin shape and functional diversity in fish (and compared to a shark). Show are: a. sea robin (Dactylopterus volitans): b. catfish (Corydoras aeneus); c. piked dogfish (Squalus acanthias); d. mosquito-fish (Gambusia affinis); e. anglerfish (Lophius piscatorius); f. lumpfish (Cyclopterus lumpus).

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Identification
Actinopterygii (ray-finned fishes)
Contributors
Michigan Science Art
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Subjects
Subject Annotated
Subject Live Animal
Type Illustration
Anatomy body parts pectoral fins

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Last updated: 2005-11-22 / Generated: 2025-09-15 01:50

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