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Batoidei

Batoidei

9.9
A group of flat-bodied fish like rays and skates
  • noun
  • /ˌbɑːtəʊˈaɪdiː/
  • Specialized
: Batoidei
  • The Batoidei are known for their distinctive flattened bodies and broad pectoral fins.

Examples

  • Unlike sharks, most Batoidei species have mouths located on the underside of their bodies.

  • Marine biologists study the diversity of species within the Batoidei superorder.

  • The Batoidei are fascinating creatures found in various ocean habitats.

  • Did you know that Batoidei can glide gracefully through the water?

  • Marine biologists study the diversity of species within the Batoidei superorder.

  • The Batoidei are known for their distinctive flattened bodies and broad pectoral fins.

  • Unlike sharks, most Batoidei species have mouths located on the underside of their bodies.

Synonyms

order Rajiformes
vsBatoidei
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of fish with flat bodies like rays and skates

is a general group term rather than the formal taxonomic rank
Rajiformes
vsBatoidei
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of fish with flat bodies and wing-like fins like rays and skates

is a broader group label not tied to a specific taxonomic rank

Surface Forms

Batoidei singular
Batoideis plural

Etymology

Batoidei comes from the Greek root bato-, which means 'ray' or 'skate'. So the name points to the flat, wing-like fishes in this group, such as rays and skates.