homocercal

/hɒməˈsɜːrkəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

In fish, having the tail fin extending along the entire length of the caudal fin, as in most bony fishes.

“The homocercal tail of the trout is typical of its species.”

2. noun

A fish with a homocercal tail.

“The homocercal fish was easily identified in the aquarium.”

Synonyms

  • homocercous

Antonyms

  • heterocercal