zygodactylae

Meanings

• A term used in anatomy to describe the arrangement of toes in some primates and birds, where the first and fifth toes face forward and the second, third, and fourth toes face backward.

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Variants

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zygodactyl , zygodactylous

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Etymology

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From the Greek words 'zygōs' (yoked) and 'dactylos' (finger or toe).

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Trivia

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1. Zygodactyly is also known as 'reverse-saber-toothed' toes, as the claws on the backward-facing toes resemble the saber-like teeth of certain prehistoric animals.

2. Some primates, such as gibbons and spider monkeys, have fully opposable thumbs on their first toes, making them technically zygodactyl, even though all their toes face the same direction.

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1. Brachydactyly: A condition characterized by short fingers or toes.

2. Polydactyly: A condition characterized by the presence of more than the usual number of digits on the hands or feet.

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Culture

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In literature, zygodactyly is mentioned in various works, including 'The Tree of Knowledge' by Patrick O'Brian and 'The Island of Doctor Moreau' by H.G. Wells. In both cases, it is used to describe the physical characteristics of certain characters.

How to Memorize "zygodactylae"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a primate or bird with its toes arranged in the zygodactyl fashion, with the first and fifth toes facing forward and the others facing backward.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term with the yoked arrangement of toes in certain animals.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the rule of thumb: Zygodactyly is when the first and fifth toes are thumbs up, while the others are thumbs down.

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