You are provided with preserved samples of Labeo rohita and Scoliodon. Differentiate between these two fishes, which help in their identification.
Differences between Labeo rohita and Scoliodon fishes are as follows
Labeo rohita | Scoliodon |
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These are bony fishes with bony endoskeleton. | These are cartilaginous fishes with cartilaginous endoskeleton. |
Gills covered by operculum. | Gills not covered by operculum. |
Mouth is terminal in position. | Mouth is ventral in position. |
Air or swim bladder is ususally present. | Air or swim bladder is absent. |