Fish Orders Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is the common name for Myxiniformes?

Mackerel sharks

Lamprey

Nurse sharks

Hagfish (correct)

What is the common name for Petromyzontiformes?

Hagfish

Lamprey (correct)

Manta rays

Sawfish

What is the common name for Lamniformes?

Mackerel sharks (correct)

Sturgeon

Dogfish

Nurse sharks

What is the common name for Orectolobiformes?

Nurse sharks Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Carcharhiniformes?

Ground sharks Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Squaliformes?

Dogfish Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Hexanchiformes?

Six and Seven-gill sharks Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Rajiformes?

Skates Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Myliobatiformes?

Manta rays and Stingrays Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Torpediniformes?

Electric rays, Torpedo rays Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Pristiformes?

Sawfish Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Chimaeriformes?

Ratfish Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Coelacanthiformes?

Coelacanths Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Dipnoi?

Lungfish Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Polypteriformes?

Bichirs, Reedfish Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Acipenseriformes?

Sturgeon and Paddlefish Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Lepisosteiformes?

Gar Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Amiiformes?

Bowfin Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Osteoglossiformes?

Bonytongues Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Anguilliformes?

Eels Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Saccopharyngiformes?

Gulper eels Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Clupeiformes?

Sardines, Herring, Anchovies Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Siluriformes?

Catfish Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Gymnotiformes?

Knifefish Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Cypriniformes?

Carp, Loaches Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Osmeriformes?

Smelt, Galaxids, Eulachon Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Salmoniformes?

Salmonids, Trout Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Esociformes?

Pike, Pickerel Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Stomiiformes?

Bristlemouths, Hatchetfish Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Myctophiformes?

Lanternfish Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Aulopiformes?

Lancetfish, Tripod fish Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Lampridiformes?

Opahs, Oarfish Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Percopsiformes?

Cavefish, Trout-perch Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Ophidiiformes?

Cusk-eel, Brotula Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Gadiformes?

Cod, Haddock, Hake Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Batrachoidiformes?

Toadfish Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Lophiiformes?

Anglerfish, Batfish Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Mugiliformes?

Mullets Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Atheriniformes?

Rainbowfish, Silversides Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Beloniformes?

Needlefish, Flying fish Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Cypridontiformes?

Topminnows Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Beryciformes?

Roughy, Lanterneye Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Gasterosteiformes?

Pipefish, Stickleback, Tubesnout Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Synbranchiformes?

Swamp eels and Spiny eels Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Dactylopteiformes?

Flying Gurnard Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Scorpaeniformes?

Scorpionfish, Rockfish Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Perciformes?

Perch and allies Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Pleuronectiformes?

Flatfish Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Tetradontiformes?

Pufferfish, Boxfish, Triggerfish Signup and view all the answers

What is the common name for Notacanthiformes?

Spiny eels Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Fish Orders Overview

Myxiniformes: Commonly known as hagfish, these are jawless fish known for their unique slime production.
Petromyzontiformes: This order includes lampreys, which are also jawless and often parasitize other fish.
Lamniformes: Encompasses mackerel sharks, which are recognized for their speed and predatory nature.
Orectolobiformes: Comprises nurse sharks, generally found in shallow waters and known for their docile behavior.
Carcharhiniformes: This group features ground sharks, characterized by a diverse range of species with varied habitats.
Squaliformes: Includes dogfish, small sharks known for their sharp teeth and aggressive feeding habits.
Hexanchiformes: Represents sharks with six or seven gills, a primitive characteristic among modern sharks.

Notable Fish Orders

Rajiformes: Contains skates, which are related to rays and have flattened bodies adapted for life on the ocean floor.
Myliobatiformes: Consists of manta rays and stingrays, known for their large size and unique feeding mechanisms.
Torpediniformes: Electric rays fall under this order, capable of delivering electric shocks for defense and hunting.
Pristiformes: Sawfish, notable for their elongated snouts with saw-like teeth, are included in this group.
Chimaeriformes: Contains ratfish, distinguished by their rat-like appearance and unique jaw structures.

Ancient and Unique Fish

Coelacanthiformes: Coelacanths, ancient fish once thought extinct, are known for their lobed pectoral fins.
Dipnoi: Refers to lungfish, capable of breathing air, adapted to survive in low-oxygen environments.
Polypteriformes: This order features bichirs and reedfish, recognized for their primitive traits and elongated bodies.
Acipenseriformes: Comprises sturgeon and paddlefish, both of which are important for caviar production.
Lepisosteiformes: Gar are primitive fish known for their long, slender bodies and toothy jaws.

Freshwater and Marine Fish

Amiiformes: Includes bowfin, a resilient freshwater fish with a unique morphology.
Osteoglossiformes: Known as bonytongues, these fish possess a distinctive bony structure in their tongues.
Anguilliformes: Eels are characterized by their elongated bodies, adapting them for burrowing and swimming.
Saccopharyngiformes: Features gulper eels, known for their large mouths that can consume sizeable prey.

Variety of Fish Types

Clupeiformes: Sardines, herring, and anchovies belong to this order, known for their schooling behavior and importance in fisheries.
Siluriformes: Catfish are included here, recognized for their whisker-like barbels used for sensing the environment.
Gymnotiformes: Knifefish are distinguished by their elongated bodies and electroreceptive abilities.
Cypriniformes: Carp and loaches are prominent members of this order, often found in freshwater habitats.

Further Diversification

Osmeriformes: Smelt, galaxids, and eulachon represent this order, important for both ecosystems and commercial fisheries.
Salmoniformes: Includes salmonids and trout, well-known for their economic value and migratory patterns.
Esociformes: Arrow pike and pickerel are part of this group, recognized for their predator morphology.
Stomiiformes: Bristlemouths and hatchetfish are characterized by bioluminescence and deep-sea adaptations.
Myctophiformes: Represents lanternfish, important in oceanic food webs due to their role as prey.

More Orders of Fish

Aulopiformes: Includes lancetfish and tripod fish, featuring adaptations for deep-sea environments.
Lampridiformes: Encompasses opahs and oarfish, known for their striking appearances and deep-sea habits.
Percopsiformes: Contains cavefish and trout-perch, adapted to unique aquatic environments.
Ophidiiformes: Cusk-eel and brotula are notable members, showcasing adaptations to benthic habitats.
Gadiformes: Cod, haddock, and hake fall under this order, key species in both commercial and recreational fishing.

Unique Adaptations

Batrachoidiformes: Features toadfish, known for their unusual morphology and vocalization abilities.
Lophiiformes: Anglerfish and batfish are recognized for their distinctive lures and adaptations to deep-sea life.
Mugiliformes: Includes mullets, known for their schooling behavior and significance in coastal ecosystems.
Atheriniformes: Rainbowfish and silversides are characterized by their vibrant colors and schooling habits.
Beloniformes: Needlefish and flying fish are adapted for speed and gliding above the water surface.

Final Orders

Cypridontiformes: Topminnows represent this group, often found in shallow freshwater habitats.
Beryciformes: Includes roughy and lanterneye, known for their deep-sea adaptations.
Gasterosteiformes: Encompasses pipefish, stickleback, and tubesnout, recognized for their elongated bodies.
Synbranchiformes: Features swamp eels and spiny eels, showcasing adaptations to different aquatic environments.
Dactylopteiformes: Flying gurnard are noted for their unique fin structures allowing gliding across the water surface.

Studying That Suits You

Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

Description

Test your knowledge of various fish orders with this flashcard quiz. Learn about Myxiniformes, Petromyzontiformes, and more. Perfect for students studying marine biology or ichthyology.