Family Sciaenidae (Noun)
Meaning
Warm-water marine fishes including the drums and grunts and croakers and sea trout.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The family Sciaenidae is a large and diverse group of warm-water marine fishes found in oceans worldwide.
- Some of the most well-known species within the family Sciaenidae include the drums, grunts, and croakers.
- The family Sciaenidae is often associated with shallow, coastal waters where they can be found feeding on small invertebrates.
- Researchers have identified over 250 species within the family Sciaenidae, ranging in size and coloration.
- Many species within the family Sciaenidae are prized by recreational and commercial fishermen for their flavorful flesh and sporting qualities.