What is another word for order osteoglossiformes?
Pronunciation: [ˈɔːdəɹ ˈɒstɪˌɒɡləsˌɪfɔːmz] (IPA) 
Order Osteoglossiformes is a group of freshwater fishes that are known for their bony tongues. They are also commonly referred to as the "bony-tongue fishes" due to the presence of a bony structure in their mouths. Additionally, some other synonyms for this order are "Arapaima fishes" and "dragonfishes". Arapaima fishes because the Arapaimas are the largest freshwater scaled fish in the world and they belong to this order. Dragonfishes because these fishes look like a dragon and can be recognized by their prominent jaw structures. With such unique features, these fishes hold a special place in the aquarium industry and serve as fantastic exotic species.
