Question

Paired fins of fishes are

• A. Caudal and ventral
• B. Dorsal and ventral
• C. Pectoral and pelvic
• D. Caudal and pectoral

Answer 1

The correct option is C Pectoral and pelvic

Various kinds of fins found in fishes are :

• Pectoral fins: These are two in number and hence, are paired. These fins are called fish's arm and are located on each side of the body of fish.
• Pelvic fins: These fins are also called ventral fins and are paired. These are generally located behind the pectoral fins.
• Dorsal fins: These are single and located at the back of the body of fish.
• Caudal fins: These fins are the tail fins and maybe homocercal or heterocercal.

Hence, paired fins are pectoral and pelvic fins. So, the correct answer is 'Pectoral and pelvic'.