Locomotion in fish

• Fins in fish serve the function of balancing the body in an upright position in water.
• The tail or caudal fin propels the fish.
• Pectoral fins are used to steer the fish.
• Fish have a streamlined body shape to reduce friction while swimming in water.
• Fish have a streamlined body shape to reduce friction while swimming in water.
• Fish move forward through the contraction and relaxation of myotomes on either side of the body.
• Fins in fish serve the function of balancing the body in an upright position in water.
• The tail or caudal fin propels the fish.
• Pectoral fins are used to steer the fish.
• Pelvic fins are used either to balance the fish or to prevent the body from diving or rolling.