Esox (Noun)
Meaning
Type and only genus of the family Esocidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The esox is a type of fish that belongs to the family Esocidae, commonly known as pike.
- Esocidae is a family of fish that consists of a single genus, esox, which includes several species of pike.
- The esox genus is characterized by its elongated body and sharp teeth, typical of pike species.
- In North America, the esox is often referred to as the northern pike, a popular game fish.
- The esox genus is found in freshwater environments around the world, including lakes, rivers, and wetlands.