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Respiratory System of Elasmobranch and Teleost

Learn about the comparison between the respiratory system of elasmobranch and teleost. Comparison # Respiratory System of Elasmobranch: 1. In the wall of the pharynx there are five pairs of gill clefts separated by complete partitions. The partition wall between the two clefts is known as intrabranchial septum. 2. Gills of Elasmobranch are lamelliform. 3. The intrabranchial septa are supported [...]

By Bhavya S|2016-10-20T08:47:19+00:00October 20, 2016|Zoology|Comments Off

External Features of Elasmobranch and Teleost | Pisces

Learn about the comparison between external features of elasmobranch and teleost. Comparison # External Features of Elasmobranch: 1. The mouth of Elasmobranch is ventral in position. 2. The body of Elasmobranch is covered with minute and microscopic placoid scales, the skin is tough. 3. Paired pelvic fins are provided with claspers in males. 4. The tail of Elasmobranch is heterocercal, [...]

By Bhavya S|2016-10-20T08:47:19+00:00October 20, 2016|Zoology|Comments Off