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In which of the following fishes is depressiform body found?
Question

In which of the following fishes is depressiform body found?

A.

Eel

B.

Ray fish

C.

Flat fish

D.

Sun fish

Correct option is B


Correct Answer: (b) Ray fish
Explanation:
→ Depressiform body shape refers to a flattened dorsoventral body form.
→ Rays exhibit this form as they are adapted for bottom-dwelling life.
→ Helps in burying into substrate and gliding along the seabed.
Information Booster:
→ Pectoral fins are enlarged and wing-like.
→ Eyes and spiracles lie on the dorsal side.
→ Efficient ambush predators.
Additional Information (Other Options):
(a) Eel – Anguilliform.
(c) Flat fish – Laterally compressed.
(d) Sun fish – Globiform.

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