isuridae

Thân thiện

The marine biologist carefully studies a great white shark, a member of the family Isuridae.

Definition

Noun: - A family of mackerel sharks: In some biological classification systems, 'Isuridae' is an alternative name for the family Lamnidae, which includes large, active, often predatory sharks such as the great white shark, mako sharks, and porbeagle.

Usage Notes

• This is a highly specialized taxonomic term used primarily in scientific contexts, specifically in ichthyology (the study of fish) and biological classification.
• Its usage is largely historical or appears in specific classification schemes. In modern taxonomy, the family name Lamnidae is more universally accepted and commonly used.

Examples

• Scientific Classification:
  • The great white shark, Carcharodon carcharias, was once placed within the family Isuridae.
  • Some older texts refer to the mako sharks as members of the Isuridae.

Advanced Usage

• Taxonomic Synonym: The term 'Isuridae' functions as a taxonomic synonym for Lamnidae. This means it refers to the exact same group of organisms but is an alternative name used in different classification systems.
• Historical Context: You might encounter this term in older scientific literature or in discussions about the history of shark classification.

Variants and Related Words

• Lamnidae (n): The currently more standard and widely used family name for this group of sharks.
• Isurus (n): The genus within this family that includes the mako sharks (e.g., , the shortfin mako). The family name 'Isuridae' is derived from this genus name.
• Mackerel shark (n): A common name for sharks in the family Lamnidae/Isuridae, referring to their streamlined, mackerel-like body shape.

Synonyms

• Lamnidae: The direct and primary synonym in biological nomenclature.

Học thuật

Noun

1. in some classifications another name for the family Lamnidae

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Isuridae
• family Isuridae