Single Choice

Pelvic claspers are found in

ALabeo
BScoliodon
Correct Answer
CAnanbas
DSalmon

Solution

The male sharks have grooved organs that are used to deposit sperm into the genital duct of sexually receptive female sharks. These organs, called as 'claspers', are developed along the inner margin of each pelvic fin. Scoliodon is the shark and hence it possesses claspers. So, the correct answer is option B.


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