Gonopodia

/ˌɡɒnoʊˈpoʊdiə/ noun

Definition

Plural of gonopodium; multiple modified appendages or fin-like structures specialized for reproduction in certain fish and crustaceans.

Etymology

Plural form of gonopodium, from Greek 'gono-' (reproductive) and 'podia' (feet/appendages), referring to multiple reproductive appendages.

Kelly Says

In livebearing fish, males have specialized fins called gonopodia that they use to deliver sperm—it's one of nature's cleverest reproductive innovations!

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