Ostariophysi (Noun)
Meaning
In some classifications considered a superorder comprising the Cypriniformes and the Siluriformes.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The order of ostariophysi has undergone various reclassifications, sparking debate among ichthyologists about its legitimacy.
- The study aimed to shed light on the complex evolutionary history of ostariophysi by examining genetic and morphological data from different species.
- According to recent findings, the superorder ostariophysi might not be as monophyletic as initially thought, suggesting the need for further investigation.
- Ichthyologists specializing in freshwater fish have often found ostariophysi to be an important subject of study due to the diverse species it encompasses.
- A closer look at the skeletal anatomy of ostariophysi revealed striking similarities between its constituent groups, lending support to the original classification.