Fish Biology Quiz

What is the scientific study of fish called?

• Ichthyology

• Zoology

• Botany

• Entomology

Which classification system uses two Latin names for organisms?

• Binomial Nomenclature

• Morphological Classification

• Taxonomic Classification

• Phylogenetic Classification

What is a notochord?

• A type of fin

• A type of scale

• A respiratory organ

• A flexible rod that supports the body

Which group of fish is characterized by skeletons made of cartilage?

• Osteichthyes

• Agnatha

• Chondrichthyes

• Actinopterygii

What are teleosts?

• A group of jawless fish

• A group of bony fish

• An extinct group of fish

• A type of cartilaginous fish

Which of the following is considered a primitive fish?

• Shark

• Lungfish

• Tuna

• Goldfish

What is the primary function of gills in fish?

• To provide structural support

• To assist in digestion

• To aid in buoyancy

• To extract oxygen from water

What type of scales do sharks possess?

• Ganoid Scales

• Ctenoid Scales

• Cycloid Scales

• Placoid Scales

Which fin is primarily used for propulsion in fish?

• Pectoral Fin

• Pelvic Fin

• Dorsal Fin

• Caudal Fin

What is the function of the swim bladder in bony fish?

• To store energy

• To filter water

• To regulate buoyancy

• To aid in digestion