Family Zeidae (Noun)
Meaning
A family of fish in the order Zeomorphi.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The family Zeidae, also known as dories, consists of about 6 species of marine fish in the order Zeomorphi.
- Dories, belonging to the family Zeidae, are characterized by their deep bodies and long dorsal fins.
- The family Zeidae is a group of medium-sized fish that are found in temperate and tropical waters around the world.
- Some species of the family Zeidae, such as the John Dory, are prized for their flavorful flesh and are considered a delicacy.
- The family Zeidae is thought to have evolved from a common ancestor with other Zeomorphi families, such as the Oreosomatidae.