Sensory system in fish fins evolves in parallel to fin shape (Image 8)

A Cheilinus fasciatus, or red-breasted wrasse, on a coral reef in Palau. A recent study found that the sensory system in fish fins evolves in parallel to fin shape and mechanics, and is specifically tuned to work with the fish's swimming behavior. [Image 8 of 8 related images. Back to

Source: NSF Multimedia Gallery - March 3, 2018 Category: Science Source Type: video