Teleostei, also known as bony fish, represent one of the largest groups of vertebrates with over 33,000 recognized species. Some synonyms for this group of fish include Osteichthyes, Ostariophysi, and Actinopterygii. Osteichthyes refers to all bony fish, including those outside of the Teleostei grouping. Ostariophysi is a sub-group of the Teleostei that includes fish such as catfish and minnows. Actinopterygii is another synonym that refers to the class of fish with ray-finned fins. These synonyms help to categorize and identify the various classifications of bony fish, each with their own unique characteristics and traits.