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holostean
Living and fossil forms of Holostei.
The bowfin (Amia calva) is a voracious generalist predator. Its diet consists of a wide variety of prey, including:12
- Amphibians1
- Crustaceans1
- Insects1
- Snakes1
- Other fishes, including other bowfins1
As a member of the infraclass Holostei, the bowfin utilizes its strong conical teeth to capture this diverse range of prey.1