The tarsal bones are arranged in three rows: proximal, middle and distal.
The tarsal bones are arranged in three rows: proximal, middle and distal.
*'''Proximal''' row: talus and calcaneus
*'''Proximal''' row: talus and calcaneus
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**The calcaneus is punctuated by the '''calcaneal tuberosity''' and the '''sustentaculum tali''', which supports the deep digital flexor tendon. It articulates distally with the fourth tarsal bone.
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**The calcaneus is punctuated by the '''calcaneal tuberosity''' and the '''sustentaculum tali''', which supports the [[Tendons - Horse Anatomy#Pelvic Limb|deep digital flexor tendon]]. It articulates distally with the fourth tarsal bone.
**The talus bears a trochlea, which consists of two deep ridges to articulate with the cochlea of the tibia.
**The talus bears a trochlea, which consists of two deep ridges to articulate with the cochlea of the tibia.