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Anatomy of a Perch
The external anatomy of a perch
Question | Answer |
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lateral line | picks up vibrations within the water |
caudal peduncle | the base of the caudal fin |
anus | release of fecal matter |
pelvic fin | found on the underside of the fish |
caudal fin | tail fin |
rayed dorsal fin | found behind the spiny dorsal fin |
spiny dorsal fin | larger dorsal fin |
anal fin | found behind the anus |
pectoral fin | found outside of the ribs |
operculum | shield to gills |
terminal mouth | where water is ingested |
counter coloration | used to blend into its environment |
otoliths | ear bone which shows the age of the fish |