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Ganoidei

Ganoidei

9.9
A group of mostly extinct early bony fish with hard scales like armor
  • noun
  • Specialized
translation icon : Ganoideos
  • The characteristic bony scales of Ganoidei set them apart from modern fish groups.

Examples

  • Fossils of Ganoidei help scientists understand the evolution of early fishes.

  • Many species within Ganoidei have long been extinct, but their remains tell a fascinating story.

  • The Ganoidei are fascinating creatures from prehistoric times.

  • Many species within the Ganoidei order have been studied by paleontologists.

  • Fossils of Ganoidei help scientists understand the evolution of early fishes.

  • The characteristic bony scales of Ganoidei set them apart from modern fish groups.

  • Many species within Ganoidei have long been extinct, but their remains tell a fascinating story.

Synonyms

order Ganoidei
vsGanoidei
  • Archaic
9.9

A group of mostly extinct bony fish with hard, armor-like scales

does not imply current recognition in scientific classification

Compounds

order Ganoidei
  • Archaic
9.9

A group of mostly extinct bony fish with hard, armor-like scales

Surface Forms

Ganoidei singular
Ganoideis plural

Etymology

Ganoidei comes from the Greek root gano- meaning 'brightness' and the ending -idei used for animal groups, so the name means the 'group with shiny scales'. That's why Ganoidei refers to fishes known for their hard, armor-like bony scales.