Discocephali (Noun)
Meaning
Small order of fishes comprising the remoras.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The discocephali are a small order of fishes that are characterized by their unique sucker-like structure on their heads.
- The remoras, also known as discocephali, are a group of marine fishes that are commonly found in tropical and subtropical waters.
- Discocephali are known for their ability to attach themselves to the bodies of other marine animals, such as sharks and rays.
- The discocephali order is comprised of only a few species, all of which are relatively small in size.
- Discocephali are often found in coral reefs and other coastal ecosystems, where they feed on small crustaceans and plankton.