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Elopiformes

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Elopiformes [e‚läp·ə′fōr‚mēz]
(vertebrate zoology)
A primitive order of actinopterygian fishes characterized by a single dorsal fin composed of soft rays only, cycloid scales, and toothed maxillae.


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Scientific classification: Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Actinopterygii Order: Elopiformes Family: Megalopidae Genus: Megalops This exceptionally fine creature is a prehistoric animal and the only fish with an air bladder.
 
 
 
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