👉 A taeniform is a type of muscle in both amphibians and reptiles that are primarily found in the abdomen. These muscles are responsible for supporting the weight of the organism and enabling it to move through its body. In humans, the most well-known example of a taeniform is the muscle that connects the tibia (shin bone) to the fibula (knee bone). This muscle is also known as the hamate muscle. Other examples of taeniform muscles include the