Abstract

In this work, a taxonomic revision of Galician fishes (Cephalaspidomorphi and Elasmobranchi classes) is carried out through the different treaties and ichthyologic publications published along history. A total of 83 species are listed, of which 14 are considered doubtful, as their presence has not been sufficiently demonstrated, or because their taxonomical status is uncertain. A revision of the scientific nomenclature used so far has allowed us to reassign old names to new species, correcting errors in the assignment of other authors. This revision also allows us to know the first citation for each species in Galician waters and to establish a precise chronology of the historical knowledge of the fish species of these groups.