Glossary
Digit
The distal parts of a limb, such as fingers or toes.
These are named and identified by Roman numerals.
In a pentadactyl (five-fingered or five-toed) arrangement, the most medial digit, if present, is I (e.g. the human thumb) and the most lateral is V (e.g. the human little finger).
These are named and identified by Roman numerals.
In a pentadactyl (five-fingered or five-toed) arrangement, the most medial digit, if present, is I (e.g. the human thumb) and the most lateral is V (e.g. the human little finger).
Pollex
The medial digit of the forelimb.
Dew Claw
Vestigial and rudimentary digit of the foot.
Hind Foot
The foot of a caudal limb.
Pelvic Limb
Either of the caudal (posterior
or rear) limbs.
A limb that is attached to the pelvic girdle.
A limb that is attached to the pelvic girdle.
Thoracic Phalanx
Bone of a digit (finger or toe) of the thoracic limb (forelimb).
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Phalanges
Bones of a digit or digits (fingers
or toes).
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