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Results for “keel”

Ichthyological terms, not general ones.

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  • keel

    Ridgelike structure located on the ventral surface, caudal peduncle or caudal fin base in certain fishes.

    Used in 35 profiles

  • caudal keel

    A fleshy, raised ridge extending along the caudal peduncle, most commonly the dorsal surface.

  • ventral keel

    Fleshy, longitudinal ridge running along the abdomen and caudal peduncle in some fishes.

    Used in 13 profiles

  • subcarinate

    Partially keeled; somewhat resembling a keel.

  • carinate

    Possessing a distinct ridge or keel.

    Used in 1 profile