Centropistes Striata (Noun)
Meaning
Bluish black-striped sea bass of the Atlantic coast of the United States.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Centropistes striata, a species of sea bass, is native to the western Atlantic Ocean, and is found along the coast of the southeastern United States.
- The bluish black-striped coloration of centropistes striata serves as excellent camouflage in its murky, coastal habitats.
- Adult centropistes striata have been observed using estuaries as spawning grounds along the Atlantic coast of the United States.
- Centropistes striata are ambush predators that primarily feed on fish fry, shrimp, and other small crustaceans.
- Centropistes striata have been targeted by commercial fisheries due to their relatively large size and desirable flavor.