Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ichthyology
Noun
/ɪkˌθiːəˈlɒdʒi/
Definition
The branch of zoology that deals with the study of fish.
Examples
- Ichthyology is essential for understanding the health of aquatic ecosystems.
- Many universities offer courses in ichthyology for students interested in marine biology.
- The ichthyologist traveled to remote rivers to study endangered fish species.
Meaning
Ichthyology focuses on the biology, classification, and conservation of fish species, including their anatomy, behavior, ecology, and evolution.
Synonyms
- Fish biology
- Fish science
- Aquatic zoology
