Anal canal

The anal canal is the terminal part of the large intestine. It is situated between the rectum and anus, below the level of the pelvic diaphragm. In humans it is approximately 2.5 to 4 inches long. It lies in the anal triangle of perineum in between the right and left ischioanal fossa.Anatomy of the anus and rectumLeft levator ani from within.The interior of the anal canal and lower part of the rectum.Median sagittal section of male pelvis.Median sagittal section of female pelvis. The anal canal is the terminal part of the large intestine. It is situated between the rectum and anus, below the level of the pelvic diaphragm. In humans it is approximately 2.5 to 4 inches long. It lies in the anal triangle of perineum in between the right and left ischioanal fossa.