latimeridae

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Noun latimeridae has 1 sense

Latimeridae, family Latimeridae - extinct except for the coelacanth
--₁ is a kind of fish family
--₁ is a member of Crossopterygii, subclass Crossopterygii
--₁ has members: Latimeria, genus Latimeria

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Latimeridae

Definition:

Latimeridae refers to a family of ancient marine fish belonging to the order Coelacanthiformes. They are commonly known as coelacanths, and are considered living fossils due to their ancient lineage and unique characteristics.

Main Sense:

Noun: A family of ancient marine fish, known as coelacanths, belonging to the order Coelacanthiformes.

Usage Examples:

I am fascinated by the Latimeridae because of their status as living fossils.
The Latimeridae have distinct features, such as lobed fins and a bony gular plate.
Latimeridae are seldom encountered, as they inhabit deep-sea environments.
The study of Latimeridae helps in understanding the evolutionary history of fish.

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