What is another word for osteostracan?
Pronunciation: [ˈɒstɪˌɒstɹakən] (IPA) 
Osteostracan is a term used to refer to a group of extinct fish that lived during the Paleozoic era. While osteostracans were numerous and widely distributed during their time period, there are a number of synonyms for this term that are used in various scientific circles. Some of the most commonly used synonyms for osteostracan include gnathostomatid, acanthodid, and placoderm. Each of these terms refers to a similar type of fish, but has its own unique characteristics and classification system. As our understanding of fish evolution and classification continues to evolve, it is likely that new synonyms for osteostracans will continue to emerge in the years to come.
