Pristis pristis |
true rostrum (sawfish)
Description
The rostrum is a characteristic feature of the sawfish. It is a long, sword-like appendage that extends the animal's head and is equipped with a sharp edge. This special structure is used by the sawfish to catch prey. The rostrum is swung back and forth in a sawing motion to injure or impale fish. This allows the sawfish to kill its prey effectively. The rostrum differs from other sword-like appendages, such as the sword of the swordfish, in its serrated structure.
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true rostrum (sawfish)
specifications for species identification
Family: Pristidae | Genus: Pristis |
Order: Rajiformes | Class: Chondrichthyes |
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