Chilomycterus (Noun)
Meaning
Burrfishes.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Chilomycterus is a genus of burrfishes in the family Diodontidae, commonly found in tropical and subtropical waters.
- The chilomycterus species are known for their unique ability to inflate their bodies when threatened.
- Chilomycterus antillarum is a species of burrfish that is native to the western Atlantic Ocean.
- Some species of chilomycterus have been observed using their spines for defense against predators.
- Chilomycterus reticulatus is a species of burrfish that is found in the eastern Pacific Ocean.