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Family Amphioxidae

The Family Amphioxidae is a group of primitive, jawless fish known as the lancelets. These small, translucent creatures are chordates and are considered to be the closest living relatives of vertebrates.

Sense 1: Taxonomy

In taxonomy, Family Amphioxidae refers to a family of marine invertebrates belonging to the phylum Chordata and the subphylum Cephalochordata.

Related Products: Amphioxidae Books, Chordates Evolution Books

Sense 2: Biology

In biology, Family Amphioxidae encompasses several species of small filter-feeding fish with a bladelike shape, typically found in shallow marine waters.

Related Products: Lancelets, Filter-Feeding Fish

Sense 3: Evolutionary Importance

The family Amphioxidae holds great evolutionary importance as these organisms share numerous morphological and developmental features with early vertebrates, aiding in the study of vertebrate evolution.

Related Products: Evolution of Vertebrates Books, Early Vertebrate Studies

Sample Sentences:

• The family Amphioxidae is characterized by its unique lancelet-shaped body.
• Amphioxidae, commonly known as lancelets, inhabit both coastal and oceanic waters.
• Scientists study the family Amphioxidae to gain insights into the evolutionary origins of vertebrates.
• By examining the genetic makeup of Amphioxidae, researchers can uncover valuable information about the early development of vertebrates.