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What is the primary function of the dorsal fin in bony fishes?
What is the primary function of the dorsal fin in bony fishes?
- To aid in feeding
- To propel the fish forward
- To detect water pressure changes
- To stabilize the fish (correct)
Which type of scale is most commonly associated with advanced bony fishes like perches?
Which type of scale is most commonly associated with advanced bony fishes like perches?
- Ctenoid scales (correct)
- Placoid scales
- Ganoid scales
- Cycloid scales
How does the swim bladder assist bony fishes in buoyancy?
How does the swim bladder assist bony fishes in buoyancy?
- By controlling gas levels in the sac (correct)
- By regulating the fish's body temperature
- By expelling excess water
- By enabling water absorption
What role does the operculum play in bony fishes?
What role does the operculum play in bony fishes?
Which feature of bony fishes is responsible for detecting vibrations and changes in water pressure?
Which feature of bony fishes is responsible for detecting vibrations and changes in water pressure?
What type of scale is characterized by a thick, diamond-shaped structure and is found in primitive fishes?
What type of scale is characterized by a thick, diamond-shaped structure and is found in primitive fishes?
What is a unique characteristic of physoclistous swim bladders compared to physostomous ones?
What is a unique characteristic of physoclistous swim bladders compared to physostomous ones?
What adaptation do fish eyes possess to enhance their vision underwater?
What adaptation do fish eyes possess to enhance their vision underwater?
Flashcards
Body Shape of Bony Fish
Body Shape of Bony Fish
The streamlined body shape of fish reduces water resistance, allowing for efficient swimming.
Fins of Bony Fish
Fins of Bony Fish
Paired fins like pectoral and pelvic fins aid in steering, maneuvering, and balance. Unpaired fins like the dorsal, anal, and caudal fins provide stability and propulsion.
What is the Operculum?
What is the Operculum?
The operculum is a bony plate covering and protecting the gills, aiding in respiration by creating water flow over the gill filaments.
Swim Bladder
Swim Bladder
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Swim Bladder Function: Buoyancy
Swim Bladder Function: Buoyancy
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Ctenoid and Cycloid Scales
Ctenoid and Cycloid Scales
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Ganoid Scales
Ganoid Scales
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Lateral Line System
Lateral Line System
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Study Notes
Osteichthyes (Emphasis)
- External Anatomy of Bony Fishes:
- Body Shape: Streamlined for efficient swimming; some species have flattened or elongated shapes for specific habitats.
- Fins:
- Paired Fins: Pectoral fins for steering and stabilization, Pelvic fins for maneuvering and balance.
- Unpaired Fins: Dorsal fin(s) for stability, Anal fin to prevent rolling and aid steering, Caudal fin for propulsion (often homocercal in bony fishes, meaning symmetrical lobes).
- Mouth: Positioned terminally, superiorly, or inferiorly depending on feeding habits.
- Operculum: A bony plate covering the gills, aiding respiration by creating water flow over the gill filaments.
- Eyes: Adapted to underwater vision, typically without eyelids.
- Lateral Line System: A sensory organ along the sides, detecting vibrations and pressure changes in water.
- Scales: Protect fish and reduce water resistance.
- Skin: Contains mucous glands to reduce friction and protect against infections.
Swim Bladder
- Definition: A gas-filled sac in the dorsal portion of the fish's body cavity.
- Function:
- Buoyancy: Regulates the fish's position in the water column without expending energy.
- Respiration: In some species, it acts as an auxiliary respiratory organ.
- Sound Production/Reception: Helps detect and produce sound in some fishes.
Types of Swim Bladder
- Physostomous: Connected to the gut via a pneumatic duct, allowing air to be gulped or released.
- Physoclistous: No connection to the gut; gases exchanged via the blood.
Types of Scales in Bony Fishes
- Ctenoid Scales: Found in advanced bony fishes (like perches). They have tiny spines or teeth on their posterior edges for flexibility and reduced drag.
- Cycloid Scales: Found in soft-rayed fishes (like salmon). Smooth, circular, and overlapping with a uniform edge, aiding in streamlined movement.
- Ganoid Scales: Found in primitive fishes (like gars). Thick, diamond-shaped, and non-overlapping; made of bone covered with enamel for armor-like protection.
- Placoid Scales: (Common in cartilaginous fishes) Rarely present in some bony fish larvae.
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