A group of researchers procured some fish-like animals and upon investigation the following characters were observed:
A. Endoskeleton was made of cartilage.
B. Ectoparasitic; as they were found attached on fish skin with their circular sucking mouth.
C. Paired fins and scales were absent, but 7 pairs of gill slits were present.
Which  of the following species of animals did they consider of fit best with these characters ?
1. Exocoetus sp
2. Branchiostoma sp
3. Petramyzon sp
4. Scoliodon sp
Subtopic:  Super Class Pisces & its General Characteristics |
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NEET - 2026
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Select the incorrect statements with respect to Cyclostomes:
(a) They lack scales and paired fins.
(b) They have circular mouth with jaws.
(c) They bear 6-15 pairs of gills.
(d) They migrate to deep sea for spawning. 
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
1. (a) and (b) only
2. (b) and (c) only
3. (b) and (d) only
4. (a) and (d) only
Subtopic:  Super Class Pisces & its General Characteristics |
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