opisthognathous (Meaning)
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opisthognathous (a)
having receding jaws
Synonyms & Antonyms of opisthognathous
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opisthognathous Sentence Examples
- Opisthognathous jaws, characterized by a lower jaw that extends prominently beyond the upper jaw, are a hallmark of certain fish species.
- The opisthognathous dentition of the giant mudskipper allows it to crush hard-shelled prey with ease.
- Opisthognathous herbivores possess specialized teeth for grinding down tough vegetation.
- The highly opisthognathous jaws of the ocean sunfish enable it to filter plankton from the water column.
- The opisthognathous condition in some lizards facilitates their insect-catching abilities.
- Opisthognathous primates exhibit a distinctive overbite that provides advantages for grooming and feeding.
- The opisthognathous beak of the spoonbill bird allows it to efficiently forage for aquatic organisms in shallow waters.
- Opisthognathous turtles have a protruding lower jaw that enhances their ability to crush hard-shelled prey.
- The opisthognathous jaws of certain frogs play a role in attracting females during courtship displays.
- Opisthognathous rodents utilize their specialized jaws for incisor-grooming and gnawing on hard objects.
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having receding jaws
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Opisthognathous jaws, characterized by a lower jaw that extends prominently beyond the upper jaw, are a hallmark of certain fish species.
The opisthognathous dentition of the giant mudskipper allows it to crush hard-shelled prey with ease.
Opisthognathous herbivores possess specialized teeth for grinding down tough vegetation.
The highly opisthognathous jaws of the ocean sunfish enable it to filter plankton from the water column.
