Question

Claspers of male Scoliodon develop in relation to

• A. Pectoral fins
• B. Pelvic fins
• C. Anal or ventral fin
• D. Dorsal fins

Answer 1

The correct option is B Pelvic fins

A. Pectoral fins are called fish's arm and are located on each side of the body of fish.

B. Pelvic fins are generally located behind the pectoral fins.

C. Anal fin is located behind the cloaca, on the ventral surface.

D. Dorsal fins are located at the back of the body of fish.

Scoliodon, also known as Dogfish, is seen in the Bay of Bengal. The male can be distinguished from the female with the help of a pair of hard and elongated claspers attached to pelvic fins.

So, the correct answer is 'Pelvic fins'.