Dipneustal

/dɪpˈnjuːstəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of organisms that possess two lungs or dual respiratory organs, especially lungfish.

Etymology

From 'dipneust' plus '-al' (adjective-forming suffix), describing the qualities or characteristics of double-lunged organisms.

Kelly Says

The dipneustal characteristics of lungfish—their ability to breathe both water and air—make them one of the most important evolutionary bridges between fish and land animals.

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