Equetus Lanceolatus (Noun)
Meaning
Black-and-white drumfish with an erect elongated dorsal fin.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Equetus lanceolatus, also known as the jackknife fish, is a species of marine fish that is commonly found in the warm waters of the Atlantic Ocean.
- Equetus lanceolatus is a type of drumfish that is easily recognizable due to its distinctive black-and-white stripes and elongated dorsal fin.
- In the aquarium trade, Equetus lanceolatus is a popular species among marine hobbyists due to its unique appearance and relatively small size.
- Equetus lanceolatus is a nocturnal species that is typically found in shallow, coastal waters where it feeds on small invertebrates and plankton.
- The Equetus lanceolatus is a relatively small species of drumfish, typically growing to a maximum length of about 30 centimeters.