Glossary

Forelimb
Either of the cranial (anterior or front) limbs.


Forearm
The region between the elbow and wrist.
[Anatomical Usage]

[Anatomical Usage]

Metacarpus
The joints and bones of a forelimb located between the carpus (wrist) and the phalanges (fingers).


Carpus
The joint and bones of an animal’s forelimb that correspond to the human wrist.


Tarsal Region
The region of a hind limb between the leg and the metatarsus.


Hind Limb
Either of the caudal (posterior or rear) limbs.


Hock
The tarsal region or tarsal joint of the hind leg of a quadruped.
Also known (colloquially) as the heel or ankle.
Also known (colloquially) as the heel or ankle.
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