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physostomi Meaning
physostomi (n. pl.)
An order of fishes in which the air bladder is provided with a duct, and the ventral fins, when present, are abdominal. It includes the salmons, herrings, carps, catfishes, and others.
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An order of fishes in which the air bladder is provided with a duct, and the ventral fins, when present, are abdominal. It includes the salmons, herrings, carps
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Physostomi, a subclass of fish, possess a swim bladder that lacks a duct connection to the digestive tract.
The gas-filled swim bladder of physostomi provides buoyancy and aids in depth control.
Physostomi species include carp, minnows, and catfish, which have an elongated gas chamber in their swim bladder.
Unlike physostomi, physoclist fish have a swim bladder that is connected to the gut.
