Osteichthyes (Noun)
Meaning
A class of fish having a skeleton composed of bone in addition to cartilage.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The class Osteichthyes is the largest group of fish, comprising over 30,000 species, including both freshwater and marine fish.
- The earliest known fossils of Osteichthyes date back to the Early Devonian period, around 416 million years ago.
- The development of a bony skeleton in Osteichthyes allowed for greater flexibility and movement in the water.
- Most modern fish, including salmon, tuna, and goldfish, belong to the class Osteichthyes.
- The characteristics of Osteichthyes include a bony skeleton, paired fins, and a symmetrical tail.