Family Batrachoididae (Noun)
Meaning
Toadfishes; related to anglers and batfishes.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Toadfish of the family Batrachoididae are ambush predators that use their camouflage to lure prey into striking distance.
- The family Batrachoididae is related to anglers and batfishes, and all share a similar body shape.
- Toadfish in the family Batrachoididae have spines on their operculum that they use for defense.
- Some species of toadfish in the family Batrachoididae can produce a loud, drumming sound to attract mates.
- The family Batrachoididae is composed of approximately 80 species of toadfish, which are found in both tropical and subtropical waters.