urosphen

[Prefix uro-, and Gr. sphèn =a wedge.] Ichthy.: A genus of Fistular i ide, from the Eocene of Monte Bolca. The cylindrical body terminates in a large wedge-shaped fin, whence the generic name. ür-o-stic-tē, subst. [Pref. uro-, and Gr.stiktos = spotted, dappled.] Ornith.: A genus of Trochil ide, with two species, from Ecuador. Bill straight and longer than the head; nostrils not covered with plumes; wings pointed; tail slight, forked.