Order Osteoglossiformes (Noun)
Meaning
Teleost fish with bony tongues.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Order Osteoglossiformes is a group of teleost fish characterized by the presence of bony tongues.
- Many fish within the Order Osteoglossiformes have evolved unique adaptations to manipulate their bony tongues for feeding and communication.
- Arapaima, a genus within the Order Osteoglossiformes, is known for its impressive size and distinctive bony tongue.
- Researchers have identified several extinct species within the Order Osteoglossiformes, providing insight into the evolutionary history of these bony-tongued fish.
- The Order Osteoglossiformes is often divided into several suborders, each containing distinct families of teleost fish with bony tongues.