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Branchiostegidae

Branchiostegidae

9.9
A small group of sea fish that have covered gills
  • noun
  • /ˌbræŋkiˈɒstɪdʒiˌdi/
  • Specialized
: Branchiostegidae
  • The Branchiostegidae are distinguished by the presence of covered gills.

Examples

  • The anatomy of Branchiostegidae offers insights into the adaptation of fishes to coastal waters.

  • The Branchiostegidae family includes several unique species.

  • Marine biologists have discovered a new species within the Branchiostegidae family.

  • Have you ever seen a Branchiostegidae fish in the ocean?

  • Marine biologists have discovered a new species within the Branchiostegidae family.

  • The Branchiostegidae are distinguished by the presence of covered gills.

  • The Branchiostegidae family includes several unique species.

Surface Forms

Branchiostegidae singular
Branchiostegidaes plural

Etymology

The word Branchiostegidae comes from parts that mean 'gill' and 'cover'. The prefix branchio- means 'gill' and steg- means 'cover', while -idae shows a 'family', so the name points to fishes with 'covered gills'.