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The singing whale was identified by its distinctive black pectoral fin markings as TCI-847.
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Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2025
The study found evidence supporting the idea that pectoral fin shape is an adaptive trait shaped by ecological demands.
—Melissa Cristina Marquez, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Its propulsion system incorporates two soft, flexible, 6-mm-thick rubber membranes which serve as pectoral fins.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 23 Feb. 2025
This bizarre creature really is a fish, despite its bullfrog face, pectoral fins that look like webbed feet, and a froglike mouth that snaps up unsuspecting prey.
—Elizabeth Rayne, Ars Technica, 30 Dec. 2024
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Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2025
The study found evidence supporting the idea that pectoral fin shape is an adaptive trait shaped by ecological demands.
—Melissa Cristina Marquez, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Its propulsion system incorporates two soft, flexible, 6-mm-thick rubber membranes which serve as pectoral fins.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 23 Feb. 2025
This bizarre creature really is a fish, despite its bullfrog face, pectoral fins that look like webbed feet, and a froglike mouth that snaps up unsuspecting prey.
—Elizabeth Rayne, Ars Technica, 30 Dec. 2024
See All Example Sentences for pectoral fin
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“Pectoral fin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pectoral%20fin. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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