Jälkijäsen
Jälkijäsen is a Finnish term that translates to "hind limb" or "rear limb" in English. It refers to the limbs located at the posterior part of an animal's body. In tetrapods, the four-limbed vertebrates, the hind limbs are typically used for locomotion, propulsion, and balance.
The structure of the hind limb varies significantly across different animal groups, reflecting their evolutionary adaptations
In many species, the hind limbs are more powerful and muscular than the forelimbs, as they bear