What is another word for gavialidae?
Pronunciation: [ɡˈavɪˌalɪdˌiː] (IPA) 
The Gavialidae is a family of crocodilians that consist of only one living species, the gharial. However, there are several synonyms that have been used for the word "gavialidae" over the years. These include the names Tomistoma, Tomistominae, and Gavialinae. The reason for these synonyms is due to the confusion surrounding the taxonomic classification of the family. Despite this, the gavialidae remains an important family of crocodilians due to its unique characteristics such as the long, narrow snout of the gharial, which is specialized for catching fish. The gharial is also endangered, with less than 300 individuals remaining in the wild, making conservation efforts crucial.
