Enchodontid

/ˌɛnkədɒnˈtɪd/ noun

Definition

A member of an extinct family of prehistoric fish with special tooth structures.

Etymology

From Enchodus (genus name) + -id (member of). The genus Enchodus comes from Greek en- (in) + khodon (cartilage). These fish are known for their distinctive teeth.

Kelly Says

Enchodontids were fierce little prehistoric fish with teeth designed like saw blades—fossils show they hunted in ancient seas millions of years before dinosaurs ruled the Earth!

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