Catalufa (Noun)
Meaning
Brightly colored carnivorous fish of western Atlantic and West Indies waters.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The catalufa's vibrant stripes serve as a warning to potential predators of its venomous spines.
- Catalufas primarily hunt at night, using their large eyes to locate prey in the dark waters.
- In the Caribbean, divers often spot catalufas perched on top of coral formations, watching their surroundings.
- A common mistake made by aquarium owners is underestimating the adult size and aggression of catalufa fish.
- Since catalufas can grow to such large sizes, their aquariums require plenty of space and strong filtration systems.