TERM: Description of glossary term.

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caudal peduncle

Contexte: Ichthyology, Physiology.

Hind part of the body, to which the caudal fin is attached.

Référence

Miller, Robert Rush. 2006. "Freshwater Fishes of Mexico". University of Chicago Press, Chicago. 1-524 (ffm01245)

Synonym: tail wrist