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A fluke is basically the two-part end of the tail on a whale or porpoise. The fluke is used to propel through the water and even batter predators in defense. Whales use flukes as a source of identification, no two flukes are the same.
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∙ 12y agoIt helps the dolphin move or swim throughout the water.
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∙ 9y agobecause it helps them turn
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∙ 10y agoto help the dolphin swim
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so they can swim and turn
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What are the three parts of the dolphin's anatomy list them in order?
THE fusiform,fluke,and the dorsal.
What is the name of a dolphins tail fin?
at the end of the dolphins "tail" is called a fluke
What is a fluke?
In the animal world, it can refer to kinds of parasites or worms that infect creatures. Cattle and sheep often have to be treated to get rid of fluke or prevent fluke getting into their system. Fluke can also refer to an extraordinary and unlikely piece of luck. A hole in one on a difficult hole on a golf course got by an amateur golfer, could be regarded as a fluke.
What is the function of the dolphin heart?
The function of the dolphin heart is to move blood and oxygen through the tissues and organs of the animal. Without a heart, the dolphin would be unable to survive.
What does a tail do?
A dolphin's tail (also known as it's fluke) helps it push through the water. It acts as a sort of leg, using powerful up-and-down movements to push the dolphin through the water.
What are the parts of a dolphins?
The body parts of a dolphin is... Beack, Blowhole, Dorsal fin, Ears, Eyes, Fluke, Flipper, Median, a Notch and a Melon.
What are parts of a dolphins body?
The body parts of a dolphin is... Beack, Blowhole, Dorsal fin, Ears, Eyes, Fluke, Flipper, Median, a Notch and a Melon.
What is fluke bunt?
fluke bunt is a fluke bunt
How large do dolphin's grow?
That's a very good one! Bottlenosed dolphins can grow up up to 3,5 meters tall (including the fluke!) The smallest dolphin, the harbour porpoise, can grow up to 1,8 metres. The killerwhale, who is also a member of the dolphin family can grow to 6-8 meters long.
What are examples of Worms?
Tape worm like lung fluke and liver fluke
What is the homophone of life?
fluke. Fluke
What is the kingdom of fluke?
the kingdom of the fluke is animalia .
