The Metatarsus resembles the metacarpus, and consists of five long bones articulating with the tarsus behind and supporting the phalanges in front.

The first metatarsal is the shortest and stoutest and the second metatarsal the longest. The fifth metatarsal has a prominent tubercle projecting backwards from the outer side of the base, which can easily be felt in the living subject. The metatarsals articulate with one another by their bases.

Ossification

Similar to that of the metacarpus.