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Foreleg, or upper limb in bipeds
A forelimb or front limb is one of the paired articulated appendages (limbs) attached on the cranial (anterior) end of a terrestrial tetrapod vertebrate's
Forelimb
Extant clade of dinosaurs
universal: spinosaurids had well developed forelimbs, as did many coelurosaurs. The relatively robust forelimbs of one genus, Xuanhanosaurus, led Dong Zhiming
Theropoda
Growth of bat forelimbs
unique mammalian adaptation of flight. Bat wings are modified tetrapod forelimbs. Because bats are mammals, the skeletal structures in their wings are
Bat_wing_development
Structures made of bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments
groups of the forelimb include the girdle muscles, the shoulder muscles, and the forearm muscles. The girdle muscles attach the forelimb to the trunk,
Limbs_of_the_horse
Set of bones which connects the arm to the axial skeleton on each side
In those species having only the scapula, no joint exists between the forelimb and the thorax, the only attachment being muscular. The shoulder girdle
Shoulder_girdle
Studies of the visible part of a canine
supinator forelimb lateral epicondyle of the humerus radius radial nerve rotates the lower forelimb laterally Abductor pollicis longus lower forelimb ulna
Dog_anatomy
Genus of carcharodontosaurid dinosaur from the Early Cretaceous
allowing for specialized studies focusing on its brain structure and forelimb function. Acrocanthosaurus was the largest theropod in its ecosystem and
Acrocanthosaurus
Group of tree dwelling mammals noted for slowness
each rear limb – although two-toed sloths have only two digits on each forelimb. The two groups of sloths are from different, distantly related families
Sloth
Genus of extinct bird
Jamninkaornis kencampbelli, known from a single coracoid and humerus (pectoral and forelimb bones). The Jamninkaornis fossil material was discovered in rock outcrops
Jamninkaornis
Species of theropod dinosaur
only species in the genus Jian, known from a pectoral girdle and partial forelimb. After the discovery of more than 100 bird fossils in the formation, this
Jian_changmaensis
Extremity at the end of an arm or forelimb
prehensile, multi-fingered appendage located at the end of the forearm or forelimb of primates such as humans, chimpanzees, monkeys, and lemurs. A few other
Hand
First digit of the hand
opposable first and third fingers and a forelimb manoeuvrability that would allow the hand to reach its mouth. Its forelimb morphology and range of motion enabled
Thumb
Family of extinct mammals
the skull, teeth and limbs. Chalicotheriines generally had much longer forelimbs than hindlimbs and are usually interpreted as more specialised browsers
Chalicotheriidae
Developmental biology concept
example a forelimb bud, could be transplanted to another part of the embryo and in ongoing individual development still give rise to a forelimb at an odd
Morphogenetic_field
Genus of Late Cretaceous theropod
long, heavy tail. Relative to its large and powerful hind limbs, the forelimbs of Tyrannosaurus were short but unusually powerful for their size, and
Tyrannosaurus
Extinct genus of reptiles
Relatively strongly-built forelimb bones also make up part of PVL 4670 and 4672, though they show some differences to the forelimb of PVL 3871. When the Tucuman
Marasuchus
Joint found in horses
MCPJ or a MTPJ) is formed by the junction of the third metacarpal (in the forelimb) or metatarsal (in the hindlimb) bones, either of which are commonly called
Fetlock
Digit of the forelimb
A finger is a prominent digit on the forelimbs of most tetrapod vertebrate animals, especially those with prehensile extremities (i.e. hands) such as
Finger
Paired forelimb that allows birds to fly
Bird wings are paired forelimbs in birds, which evolved specialized feathers to generate lift and thrust and allow the birds to fly. Terrestrial flightless
Bird_wing
Cling/forelimb-suspend: One of the forelimbs is hanging causing more than half the weight to be put the hindlimbs and the clinging forelimb. Forelimb-suspend:
Suspensory_behavior
The hindlimb attaches to the vertebral column via the pelvis, while the forelimb does not directly attach to the spine (as a horse does not have a collar
Skeletal_system_of_the_horse
Soft foot-like part of a mammal that has claws
The paw consists of the large, heart-shaped metacarpal or palmar pad (forelimb) or metatarsal or plantar pad (rear limb), and generally four load-bearing
Paw
Genus of azhdarchid pterosaurs from the Late Cretaceous
quadrupedally (from a four-legged posture), using the powerful muscles of their forelimbs to propel themselves off the ground and into the air. The genus Quetzalcoatlus
Quetzalcoatlus
Entity with human form or characteristics
characteristics or adaptations, such as possessing opposable anterior forelimb-appendages (i.e. thumbs), visible spectrum-binocular vision (i.e. having
Humanoid
Genus of theropod dinosaur
with a body length of 34 centimetres (13 in). It has large wings on its forelimbs, paired with shorter hindlimb wings. It also has a fan of long, plume-like
Changzhousaurus
Extinct genus of dinosaurs
where discoverer Diego Pol is active. It is characterized by reduced forelimb proportions that show primitive characteristics of the Abelisauridae family
Eoabelisaurus
Schwarzenegger, former governor of California, whose own greatly enlarged forelimbs distinguished him in his pre-political careers." Megascops stangiae Dantas
List of organisms named after famous people (born 1925–1949)
List_of_organisms_named_after_famous_people_(born_1925–1949)
Visual ability to perceive the world in 3D
to curl and, instead developed forelimbs would be favored by achieving completely crossed pathways as long as forelimbs were primarily occupied in a lateral
Depth_perception
Moved by muscles paired appendages, which consist of different members
The cranial pair (i.e. closer to the head) of limbs are known as the forelimbs or front legs, and the caudal pair (i.e. closer to the tail or coccyx)
Limb_(anatomy)
air or sustain flight. Additionally claws were seen on the ends of their forelimb digits (which have since disappeared in modern-day bats) giving evidence
Bat_flight
Genus of alvarezsaurid dinosaurs
reshetovi, known from a partial skeleton. This includes the most complete forelimb known from any member of the alvarezsaurid subfamily Parvicursorinae, including
Manipulonyx
Homology type
phenomenon. Classical examples of serial homologies are the development of forelimbs and hind limbs of tetrapods and the iterative structure of the vertebrae
Serial_homology
Extinct genus of reptiles
Scythosuchus is an extinct genus of rauisuchid. Remains have been found from Olenekian-age Lower Triassic beds in Russia, hence the name meaning 'Scythian
Scythosuchus
Genus of theropod dinosaurs
have had a hump or ridge along the centre of its back. It had robust forelimbs, with the eponymous first-finger claw measuring about 31 centimetres (12
Baryonyx
Infraclass of mammals in the clade Metatheria
possess atypical forelimb morphologies, such as the hooved forelimbs of the pig-footed bandicoot, suggesting that the range of forelimb specialization is
Marsupial
Genus of dinosaur
portion), part of the lower jaw, and teeth, as well as a partial right forelimb. Xixiasaurus is estimated to have been 1.5 metres (5 ft) long and to have
Xixiasaurus
Flattened limb adapted for propulsion and maneuvering in water
animals with two flippers, such as whales, the flipper refers solely to the forelimbs. In animals with four flippers, such as pinnipeds and sea turtles, one
Flipper_(anatomy)
Extinct subfamily of carnivores
Behavior of Borophagines (Mammalia, Carnivora, Canidae): Inferences from Forelimb Morphology". Journal of Mammalian Evolution. 23 (3): 237–249. doi:10
Borophaginae
Extinct family of dinosaurs
with grooves and pits. In many abelisaurids, such as Carnotaurus, the forelimbs are vestigial, the skull is shorter, and bony crests grow above the eyes
Abelisauridae
Genus of reptiles (fossil)
Bolong is disputed. The forelimb was fairly short, and the wrist bones were not fused together, suggesting that the forelimb was not well-adapted to bearing
Bolong
Geologic formation in Gansu, China
enantiornithean. Unnamed enantiornithean Indeterminate "Partial forelimb." An enantiornithean. Yumenornis Y. huangi Changma Basin "Right forelimb." An euornithian.
Xiagou_Formation
Type of mating behavior exhibited by some externally fertilizing species
region) using his forelimbs, this is considered inguinal amplexus. By contrast, when a male amphibian clasps behind the forelimbs (axillary region) of
Amplexus
Genus of reptile
postcranial skeleton including most of the hindlimbs, an almost complete forelimb and a series of tail vertebrae. Based on these remains Galahadosuchus was
Galahadosuchus
Pattern of movement of the limbs of animals
are considered a run. Forelimb-hindlimb phase is the temporal relationship between the limb pairs. If the same-side forelimbs and hindlimbs initiate
Gait
Limb attached on the posterior of a terrestrial tetrapod vertebrate's torso
easily find food that makes them adapt on their surroundings. A bird with a forelimb that is very primitive is the Archaeopteryx. It adapted by using it but
Hindlimb
Extinct genus of reptiles
of the holotype and paratype. The known skeleton includes most of the forelimb, shoulder girdle, pelvis, hindlimb and ribs of the holotype, and one shoulder
Diamantinasaurus
Digital bone in the hands and feet of most vertebrates
(hoofed mammals) the forelimb is optimized for speed and endurance by a combination of length of stride and rapid step; the proximal forelimb segments are short
Phalanx_bone
Structure formed early in vertebrate limb development
specifies hindlimb status, while Tbx5 specifies forelimb status. In mice, however, both hindlimbs and forelimbs can develop in the presence of either Tbx4
Limb_bud
Extinct genus of dinosaurs
with skull, including numerous elements of the vertebral column, the forelimbs, pelvis and hindlimbs. Henry Fairfield Osborn named and scientifically
Ornitholestes
Sauropodiform dinosaur genus from Early Jurassic South Africa
like its later relatives, but shows primitive adaptations to use the forelimbs for grasping, instead of purely for weight support. Adam Yates, an Australian
Antetonitrus
Genus of maniraptoran dinosaurs
genus contains a single species, M. laiyang, known from an incomplete left forelimb. The Migmanychion holotype specimen, LY 2022JZ3001, was discovered in sediments
Migmanychion
Extinct clade of saurischian dinosaurs
though only the inner three (or in some cases four) bore claws. Their forelimbs were rather more slender and typically ended in pillar-like hands built
Sauropoda
Extinct family of reptiles
archosauromorphs from the mid-Triassic of Eurasia, notable for their short forelimbs and long, wing-like hindlimbs, which supported membranes for gliding.
Sharovipterygidae
Extinct genus of dinosaurs
fragments, a braincase, some vertebrae and parts of the shoulder girdle, forelimbs, pelvis and hindlimbs. A second, more complete specimen, UMNH VP 16420
Nothronychus
Species of mustelid mammal
its face and tail, though the exact patterning is highly variable. The forelimbs of this animal bear long, curved claws which it uses to excavate burrows
Striped_polecat
Extinct squamates of the Cretaceous period
of London B 352:53-91. Palci, A.; Caldwell, M. W. (2007). "Vestigial forelimbs and axial elongation in a 95 million-year-old non-snake squamate". Journal
Mosasauria
Protein-coding gene in humans
chromatin remodeling nucleosome assembly DNA recombination post-embryonic forelimb morphogenesis regulation of transcription, DNA-templated multicellular
ATRX
Genus of extinct ground sloth
on the humerus, suggesting to Cuvier that the animal probably used its forelimbs to grasp. A later publication in 1823 by Cuvier suggested that giant carapaces
Megatherium
Extinct genus of dinosaurs
Osmólska for a disarticulated skeleton with most of a skull, part of the forelimb and hindlimb, some of the pelvic girdle, and some vertebrae. Perle et al
Goyocephale
Genus of diplodocid sauropod dinosaur
contrast to its lightly built relatives Diplodocus and Barosaurus. The forelimbs were short and stout whereas the hindlimbs were elongated and thick, supported
Brontosaurus
Breed of pig
ring circling its trunk, starting at the shoulders and including the forelimbs. The breed was officially recognized in 1958. The development of the Bazna
Bazna_pig
Genus of theropod dinosaur
When conducting studies of such areas as the range of motion in the forelimbs, paleontologists like Phil Senter have taken the likely presence of wing
Deinonychus
Extinct genus of tetrapodomorphs
lies anteriorly adjacent to the digits. The exact number of digits on the forelimb is not yet known, since fossils of the hand have not been found. While
Ichthyostega
Extinct genus of dinosaurs
of the Horseshoe Canyon Formation of Alberta, Canada. It is known from forelimb and hindlimb remains from multiple individuals. All but two of the specimens
Albertonykus
Extinct genus of therapsids
proportionally longer limbs, a manus that forms ~ 40% of the length of the forelimb with particularly long, curved terminal phalanges, a pes that makes up
Suminia
Central part of the living body
section is also called the thorax or the thoracic region. This is where the forelimbs extend. The abdomen. The abdomenal section is also known as the "mid-section"
Torso
Extinct genus of mammals
it is not as developed as in Uintatherium or Elephas. The bones of the forelimb are not coossified, and the ulna is far more robust than the radius. They
Arsinoitherium
Extinct genus of dinosaurs
Bambiraptor may have had mutually opposable first and third fingers and a forelimb maneuverability that would allow the hand to reach its mouth. This would
Bambiraptor
Extinct species of reptile
detached vertebrae are present in the material. Also an almost complete left forelimb was contained by another loam clump. Additional elements include a partial
Dacentrurus
Membranous structure that assists an animal in gliding or flight
the skin of the abdomen that runs to the tip of each digit, uniting the forelimb with the body. The patagium of a bat has four distinct parts: Propatagium:
Patagium
Extinct genus of dinosaurs
projections, balanced the body and was also an adaptation for speed. The forelimbs of Herrerasaurus were less than half the length of its hind limbs. The
Herrerasaurus
proportions, expressed as a percentage. It is equal to the length of forelimbs (humerus plus radius) divided by the length of the hind limbs (femur plus
Intermembral_index
Extinct genus of reptiles
Formation in British Columbia. This specimen consists of a well preserved forelimb, several ribs, and a single centrum. However, it has now been reclassified
Grippia
Genus of carnivores
predation, while E. saevus practiced pounce-pursuit predation based on forelimb analysis. Their analysis also suggests borophagines predatory behavior
Epicyon
Extinct genus of birds
IVPP V10918; it comprises a partial skeleton with skull and parts of the forelimb. Of the other two skeletons, one (paratype, IVPP V10895) comprises a complete
Confuciusornis
Extinct genus of tetrapodomorphs
accommodating a spiracle rather than a tympanic membrane. Its peculiar stunted forelimbs were tiny and the humerus was only 35 millimetres (1.4 in) long in an
Crassigyrinus
Genus of theropod dinosaurs
and lower forelimb bones), a possible phalanx of digit III, and part of what may be the ungual (claw) of digit I are preserved from the forelimb and pectoral
Anteavis
Extinct genus of carnivores
solitary, ambush predators because of their more flexible and robust forelimbs. This along with is grasping anterior teeth would’ve enabled it to pull
Aelurodon
Vertebrates without legs or fins
has two stubby forelimbs which actually assist in digging similar to a mole. All other amphisbaenians have reduced or absent forelimb girdles. Larval
Limbless_vertebrate
Extinct genus of cynodonts
directly beneath the body. There has been controversy about whether the forelimbs were also held upright or sprawled outwards in a reptilian fashion, but
Cynognathus
Dicraeosaurid sauropod dinosaur genus from the Early Cretaceous period
laterally projecting transverse processes of the sacral vertebrae. The forelimbs were somewhat shorter than the hind limbs, as in related sauropods. Most
Amargasaurus
Family of apes
gene that is required for the development of the front extremities or forelimbs such as long arms. The other is COL1A1, which is responsible for the development
Gibbon
Sauropodomorph dinosaur from southern Africa
the shoulder blades to swing with the forelimbs in quadrupedal dinosaurs, increasing their functional forelimb length. This would have reduced the discrepancy
Massospondylus
American frontiersman jumps horse off cliff to escape capture
L. S.; Schamhardt, H. C.; Roepstorff, L.; Johnston, C. (April 2001). "Forelimb tendon loading during jump landings and the influence of fence height"
McColloch's_Leap
Family of birds
other birds. Changing the angle between the bones of the wingtips and forelimbs allows swifts to alter the shape and area of their wings to increase their
Swift_(bird)
Extinct clade of theropod dinosaurs
Megaraptoridae are noted for their large hand claws and powerfully-built forelimbs, which are usually reduced in size in other large theropods. Although
Megaraptora
Genus of extinct artiodactyl from the Middle Eocene
portion of the skeleton of a juvenile, a fragmentary skull, vertabrae, and a forelimb. There are two species of Metkatius, M. kashmiriensis and M. babbiangalensis
Metkatius
Extinct genus of titanosauriform dinosaurs
contains a single species, Angolatitan adamastor, known from a partial right forelimb. Angolatitan was a relict form of its time; it was a Late Cretaceous basal
Angolatitan
Family of extinct long-legged dinosaurs
maniraptoran theropods. Alvarezsaurids were highly specialized, with tiny, stout forelimbs ending in compact, bird-like hands. Their skeletons suggest that they
Alvarezsauridae
Extinct genus of tetrapods
is the first member of the group that shows the complete loss of the forelimbs and pectoral girdle, but it still has intact hindlimbs; this mirrors the
Nagini_mazonense
Species of turtle
have large dark blotches. The limbs and head are olive dorsally with the forelimbs lighter and the hind-limbs orange-red ventrally. There are dark flecks
Chinese_softshell_turtle
Extinct genus of ground sloths
Muizon, Christian (June 2015). "Osteology and Functional Morphology of the Forelimb of the Marine Sloth Thalassocnus (Mammalia, Tardigrada)" (PDF). Journal
Megalonyx
Physical anomaly involving extra fingers or toes
Preaxial polydactyly: Ectopic SHH-expression, Hemingway mutant, mouse, right forelimb
Polydactyly
Quality of an appendage or organ that has adapted for grasping or holding
"Functional relationship between myology and ecology in carnivores: do forelimb muscles reflect adaptations to prehension?". Biological Journal of the
Prehensility
Genus of ichthyosauromorphs
addition to the associated ribs, gastralia, osteoderms, and part of the forelimb, pelvic girdle, and hindlimb. In 2025, Qiao, Iijima & Liu described Lentamanusuchus
Lentamanusuchus
Species of marine mammal
the dugong has a fusiform body with no dorsal fin or hind limbs. The forelimbs or flippers are paddle-like. The dugong is easily distinguishable from
Dugong
Order of flying mammals
well-developed eyesight. Megabats have a claw on the second finger of the forelimb, external ears close to form a ring, and lack a tail. They only feed on
Bat
Genus of tyrannosaur dinosaur
Dozens of large, sharp teeth lined its jaws, while its two-fingered forelimbs were comparatively small. Gorgosaurus was most closely related to Albertosaurus
Gorgosaurus
medium and large breed dogs. It affects the long bones of the hind and forelimbs. Legg–Calvé–Perthes syndrome, also known as Perthes disease or avascular
List_of_dog_diseases
Species of amphibian
lost to an injury. Forelimb regeneration has been considered to be close to the forelimb development; genes that play a role in forelimb regeneration are
Eastern_newt
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Boy/Male
Scottish
From Mesniers.
Surname or Lastname
English
English : variant of Brunson.John Brownson or Bronson was one of the original settlers of Hartford, CT, in 1635.
Girl/Female
Tamil
One who desires, Desired
Male
English
Short form of English Zackary, ZACK means "whom Jehovah remembered."Â
Boy/Male
Indian, Tamil
King
Male
Hebrew
(×—Ö·×’Ö´Ö¼×™) Hebrew name CHAGGAY means "festive." In the Old Testament bible, this is the name of one of the minor prophets. Haggai is the Anglicized form.
Boy/Male
Hindu
King of Surya dynasty, Charitable
Boy/Male
Hindu
Planner
Boy/Male
Hindu, Indian
Potential
Boy/Male
Greek American English
Fruitful, productive. Famous bearer: St Eustace (Eustachins) was a martyred 2nd century Roman...
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