osteichthyes
IPA: ˈɑstˈaɪkθˈaɪz
Root Word: Osteichthyes
noun
- Osteichthyes, popularly referred to as the bony fish, is a diverse taxonomic group of fish that have skeletons primarily composed of bone tissue.
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Examples of "osteichthyes" in Sentences
- Osteichthyes are a class of bony fish that have skeletons made of bone
- Osteichthyes are known for their ability to regulate their buoyancy using a swim bladder
- Many familiar fish species, such as salmon and trout, belong to the class Osteichthyes
- Osteichthyes have gill covers to protect their gills and help them breathe underwater
- The majority of fish species in the world are classified as Osteichthyes
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