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The fins act as stabilizer's. When the snake would make "S" movements in the water it was hard for it not to flip over at some point. So, it has developed fins on its back to works as a stabilizers which help to keep it right-side-up.
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Is a sea Snake a vertebrate or an invertebrate and what type?
Snakes, including sea snakes, are vertebrates and more specifically reptiles.
What sea animal does not have fins?
Eels. Eels do not typically have pectoral fins (general area of animalia arms), nor do they have pelvic fins (the general animalia area of legs). Dorsal and anal fins are typically fused along the back around the tail and over the belly with the caudal fin a a ribbon-like structure.
Is an eel a fish or a snake?
Sea snakes are real and they are one of the most venomous snakes on the planet. Their only saving grace (besides only being found in the sea) is the fact that they have such a small mouth that they can only bite you on the web between your fingers or on the tips.
Where do sea snakes migrate?
The Sargasso sea
Are there snakes in the ocean?
Yes, and sea-snakes are among the most poisonous snakes in the world.
What feature helps dolphins live in the sea?
fins and dorsal fins, and back tail flipper thingy
Does salmon fish have fins and scales?
water snakes All fish, sea turtles, sea snakes, although the turtles "fins" are actually webbed legs, and the sea snakes do not have true fins, just a flattened tail to provide locomotion.
What are octopus predators?
The Mimic Octopus's predators are sea snakes, giant crabs, and stingrays and also lionfish. Because of the venom at the end of their fins.
How many fins does a seahorse have?
Sea tutles do not have any fins. They do have 4 legs though.
Does A sea snake have a back bone?
Yes. All snakes are vertebrates.
Are sea snakes snakes that live in the sea?
Yes they are
How do you get fins for shark fin soup?
Shark is caught, then the fins are removed. With some sharks, the shark is thrown back to the sea after the fins are harvested, while with other sharks, liver/useful organs and flesh are removed for commercial sales.
When was Sea Snakes created?
Sea Snakes was created in 2002.
Do sea snakes eat sea algae?
No. Sea snakes are carnivores and eat marine fish.
Is a sea Snake a vertebrate or an invertebrate and what type?
Snakes, including sea snakes, are vertebrates and more specifically reptiles.
Are sea turtle fins sharp?
No
What sea animal does not have fins?
Eels. Eels do not typically have pectoral fins (general area of animalia arms), nor do they have pelvic fins (the general animalia area of legs). Dorsal and anal fins are typically fused along the back around the tail and over the belly with the caudal fin a a ribbon-like structure.
