falcate
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The dorsal fin is generally moderately falcate, but may be almost triangular in adult males.
From Whales, Dolphins, and Porpoises of the Western North Atlantic A Guide to Their Identification by David Caldwell
Dorsal fin falcate and distinct; usually appears simultaneous with blow.
From Whales, Dolphins, and Porpoises of the Western North Atlantic A Guide to Their Identification by David Caldwell
Because of their tall, falcate dorsal fin, dwarf sperm whales may be confused at a distance with any of the small dolphin species.
From Whales, Dolphins, and Porpoises of the Western North Atlantic A Guide to Their Identification by David Caldwell
Corolla.—Deep sulphur-yellow; the slender falcate upper lip dark purple; the tube very slender, but the sacs of the lower lip large and deep, their folds hairy within.
From The Wild Flowers of California: Their Names, Haunts, and Habits by Mary Elizabeth Parsons
It is low in profile, has a long base, is set far forward on the animal's back, and is falcate to "flaglike" in appearance.
From Whales, Dolphins, and Porpoises of the Western North Atlantic A Guide to Their Identification by David Caldwell
