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There is generally a prominent dorsal fin on the back of the dolphin though it is absent in northern and southern rightwhale dolphins. Some of the river dolphins do not have a dorsal fin, but only a slight ridge or hump on the back. The size, shape and position of the dorsal fin varies from one species to another. The fin is not supported by any bone, but by tough fibrous tissue inside it. Dolphins can have fins that are falcate, triangular, bluntly rounded or totally absent. The functional significance of these different styles of in is uncertain. Some people believe that dorsal fins help dolphins to maintain stability in the water while others believe that a well-developed fin is not essential for survival. However, the blood vessels in the dorsal fin do help to control body temperature. It acts as a heat exchanger during intense activity or when swimming in particularly warm water.
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What is the function of the caudal fin of a fish?
The caudal fin, more often called the tail, is used for propulsion.
What is another name for a tail fin?
caudal fin.
What is the perchs largest fin?
I think that the largest fin of a perch is the first dorsal fin, the one that is located on the top of the fish and is spiny.
What does anal fin of fish do?
what do the dorsal and anal fins do for a fish
How many caudal fins does a fish have?
The caudal fin is the tail fin. Although there are four types, fish only have one caudal fin.
What is the function of the caudal fin of a fish?
The caudal fin, more often called the tail, is used for propulsion.
Do swordfish ave a caudal fin?
The caudal fin is the tail fin,so yes. ^_^
What is the tail fin of a fish called?
Those are the flippers, or 'pectoral' fins.
What is another name for a tail fin?
caudal fin.
What is the use of the caudal fin?
The caudal fin or better known as the ¨tail¨ of a fish is used for propulsion (Thrusting forward).
What is the perchs largest fin?
I think that the largest fin of a perch is the first dorsal fin, the one that is located on the top of the fish and is spiny.
What is tale fin of a fish is called?
it is called the Caudal Fin
What is the name of the fin at the end of the sharks body?
The Tail or Caudal fin.
What is the sharks tail called?
the caudal fin
What is an adipose fin?
An adipose fin is a soft, fleshy fin found on a fish behind the dorsal fin and ahead of the caudal fin.
What does anal fin of fish do?
what do the dorsal and anal fins do for a fish
How many caudal fins does a fish have?
The caudal fin is the tail fin. Although there are four types, fish only have one caudal fin.
