Ichthyology: meaning, definitions and examples

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ichthyology

 

[ ɪkˈθiːəˌlɑːdʒi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

scientific study

Ichthyology is the branch of zoology that deals with the study of fishes. It includes the examination of fish biology, evolution, ecology, and behavior. This field is essential for understanding fish diversity and the roles they play in aquatic ecosystems.

Synonyms

fish science, fish study, marine biology

Examples of usage

  • She pursued a degree in ichthyology to study the various species of fish in the Amazon River.
  • His research in ichthyology contributed to the conservation efforts of endangered fish populations.
  • Ichthyology plays a crucial role in fisheries management and sustainable practices.

Translations

Translations of the word "ichthyology" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ictiologia

🇮🇳 मछली विज्ञान

🇩🇪 Ichthyologie

🇮🇩 iktioologi

🇺🇦 іхтіологія

🇵🇱 ichtiologia

🇯🇵 魚類学

🇫🇷 ichtyologie

🇪🇸 ictiología

🇹🇷 iktiyoloji

🇰🇷 어류학

🇸🇦 علم الأسماك

🇨🇿 ichtiologie

🇸🇰 ichtiológia

🇨🇳 鱼类学

🇸🇮 ichtiologija

🇮🇸 fiskifræði

🇰🇿 балықтану

🇬🇪 თევზმეცნიერება

🇦🇿 balıqçılıq

🇲🇽 ictiología

Etymology

The term 'ichthyology' originates from the Greek words 'ichthys' meaning 'fish' and 'logia' meaning 'study' or 'discourse.' The study of fish dates back to ancient civilizations where fish were not only a source of food but also had cultural significance. The formalization of ichthyology as a scientific discipline began in the 18th century with the advent of natural history studies. With the classification of various fish species and the introduction of systematic phylogenetics, ichthyology evolved significantly during the 19th and 20th centuries. Today, it encompasses a wide range of research areas, including conservation, physiology, and the impact of human activity on fish populations. The discipline continues to grow as new technologies and methodologies are developed to study aquatic life in relation to environmental changes.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,847, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.