Q8 / 200 · NEET 2009 (Screening) · Botany

Which one of the following pairs of animal comprises 'jawless fishes'?

A
Lampreys and eels
B
Mackerals and rohu
Correct answer
C
Lampreys and hag fishes
D
Guppies and hag fishes

Solution

Lampreys and Myxine (hag fish) belong to the class-Cyclostomata, group-Agnatha of Vertebrata. Agnatha have mouth without jaws. In these, mouth is ventral, suctorial and circular.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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