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Elasmobranchii

Elasmobranchii

9.9
A group of fish with skeletons made of cartilage, like sharks and rays
  • noun
  • /ˌɛləsmoʊˈbræŋkiˌaɪ/
  • Specialized
translation icon : elasmobranquios
  • Members of the Elasmobranchii, such as sharks and rays, have specialized senses for detecting prey.

Examples

  • The fossil record shows that Elasmobranchii have existed for over 400 million years.

  • Marine biologists are studying the unique cartilage structure found in Elasmobranchii.

  • The Elasmobranchii are fascinating creatures.

  • Did you know that Elasmobranchii can swim fast?

  • Marine biologists are studying the unique cartilage structure found in Elasmobranchii.

  • Members of the Elasmobranchii, such as sharks and rays, have specialized senses for detecting prey.

  • The fossil record shows that Elasmobranchii have existed for over 400 million years.

Synonyms

Selachii
vsElasmobranchii
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of fish like sharks, rays, and skates with skeletons made of cartilage

is the precise scientific term naming a specific taxonomic subclass

Surface Forms

Elasmobranchii singular
Elasmobranchii plural

Etymology

The word Elasmobranchii comes from two Greek parts: elasma 'plate' and branchia 'gill'. It means 'plate gills', which fits sharks, rays and skates, fish with flat, plate-like gills.