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How can the ethical debate surrounding the harvesting of shark fins versus dolphin fins be compared in an analogous manner?

The ethical debate surrounding the harvesting of shark fins and dolphin fins can be compared in an analogous manner because both involve the controversial practice of killing marine animals for their fins, which can lead to negative impacts on the populations of these species and their ecosystems.


Are the legs of a cat and the fins of a whale homologous or analogous?

Neither. Homologous structures are similar because two organisms came from a common ancestor. Analogous structures are similar because two unrelated organisms were subjected to similar environments. But the legs of a cat and the fins of a whale are not similar enough to be characterized as either homologous or analogous. The ancestors of whales were hoofed mammals, and one could argue that a hoofed mammal's leg and a cat's leg are homologous. However, after millions of years of being in the oceans, whales' fins have adapted such that they are now not at all similar to the legs of a cat.


Are shark dorsal fins straight while dolphin dorsal fins are curved?

Shark dorsal fins are typically straight and rigid, while dolphin dorsal fins are curved or falcate. This difference in dorsal fin shape is one of the visual cues you can use to differentiate between sharks and dolphins in the wild.


What kind of landforms are in Finland?

various fins, whale, shark and dolphin for example.


Are the legs of a cat and fins of a whale homologous or anologous?

The legs of a cat and fins of a whale are analogous structures because they have different evolutionary origins but serve a similar function in terms of movement. Homologous structures would be when two species share a common ancestor and have similar structures with different functions.


What is the kind of dolphin with black fins?

well probably all kinds but the one i know of is the killer shark . . .


What do dorsal fins and fins do on a dolphin?

The dorsal fin of a dolphin is usefu,l because it can control the balance when a dolphin is swimming.It can also be useful for signs of dolphins and not sharks because the dorsal fin of a dolphin and a shark is slightly different.


What does Estonia produce?

estonia produce chicken butt and and shark fins. One of the most important is dolphin meat


What is the difference between a dolphin fin and shark fin?

A dolphin fin, also known as a dorsal fin, is curved and typically sits upright on the dolphin's back, aiding in stability and steering. A shark fin, on the other hand, is more triangular in shape and helps sharks maintain buoyancy and make sharp turns while swimming. Sharks also have multiple fins, such as pectoral and pelvic fins, for additional maneuverability.


What are tail fins of a Bottlenose dolphin called?

the tail fins of a bottlenose dolphin are called flukes


Why dolphins have fins?

dolphin have fins to steer in the ocean


Do animals other than fish have fins?

Being of not all creatures underwater are not fish, yes. For example a dolphin, or a shark. Fish are classified as "Tetrapod's".