Question

Pelvic girdle of rabbit consists of

• A. Ilium, ischium and pubis
• B. Ilium, ischium and coracoid
• C. Coracoid, scapula and clavicle
• D. Ilium, coracoid and scapula

Answer 1

The correct option is A Ilium, ischium and pubis

Pelvic girdle consists of two coxal bones. Each coxal bone is formed by the fusion of three bones ilium, ischium and pubis. At the point of fusion of these bones is a cavity, called as acetabulum to which the thigh bone articulates. The two halves of the pelvic girdle meet ventrally to form the pubic symphysis, containing fibrous cartilage.