Family Istiophoridae (Noun)
Meaning
Sailfishes; spearfishes; marlins.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Sailfishes belong to the family Istiophoridae and are found in temperate and tropical regions around the world.
- Marlins and sailfishes of the family Istiophoridae are among the most sought-after species by deep-sea fishermen.
- Billfishes in the family Istiophoridae have long bills, slender bodies, and powerful caudal fins for catching prey.
- Fishes of the family Istiophoridae have very fast growth rates compared to other commercial fish species.
- Scientists recognized over fifteen distinct species in the family Istiophoridae with blue and white color patterns and characteristic long snouts.