Úszóláb

Úszóláb is a Hungarian term that translates to "swimming foot." It refers to a foot that is adapted for swimming, typically found in aquatic animals. These adaptations can vary widely depending on the species and its environment. Common features include webbing between the toes, which increases the surface area of the foot and provides more propulsion through the water. The shape and flexibility of the foot are also important factors, allowing for efficient movement.

Many birds, such as ducks, geese, and cormorants, possess úszóláb. Their webbed feet act like paddles, enabling them to navigate through water with ease while hunting or migrating. Amphibians, like frogs and salamanders, often exhibit úszóláb as well, which aids them in their semi-aquatic lifestyles. Certain mammals that spend significant time in the water, such as otters and beavers, also have webbed feet that can be considered a form of úszóláb. Even some reptiles, like certain species of turtles and crocodiles, have feet with webbing that facilitates their aquatic locomotion. The degree of webbing and the specific structure of the úszóláb can differ considerably, reflecting the evolutionary pressures and ecological niches of the animals possessing them.