Ichthyology
(noun)
The study of fish, including their anatomy, physiology, behavior, and distribution.
Origin:
From the greek word ikhthus meaning 'fish' and the greek word logia meaning 'the study of'.
Examples:
- The ichthyology department at the natural history museum was a popular destination for visitors.
- The ichthyology researcher was fascinated by the diversity of fish species in the Amazon River.
- The ichthyology textbook was a comprehensive guide to the classification and biology of fish.
- The ichthyology graduate program at the university was highly competitive and attracted students from all over the world.
- The ichthyology course was a popular elective for biology majors, as it offered students the opportunity to study live fish in the laboratory.