Osteostraci (Noun)
Meaning
Extinct group of armored fish-like vertebrates; taxonomy is not clear.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The osteostraci were heavily armored fish-like vertebrates that lived during the Paleozoic Era.
- Researchers have long disagreed about the taxonomy of osteostraci due to their unique blend of characteristics.
- Some taxonomists believe osteostraci share similarities with early vertebrates, but their exact relationships remain unclear.
- Osteostraci did not possess paired fins like modern fish, making their classification particularly challenging.
- Fossil evidence suggests that osteostraci may have played a significant role in the early evolution of vertebrates.