Genus Centropomus (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the Centropomidae: snooks.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Centropomus is the type genus of the Centropomidae family, commonly known as snooks.
- Centropomus is a genus of medium to large-sized fish that are native to the warm and tropical waters of the Atlantic and Pacific oceans.
- The genus Centropomus is characterized by its elongated body shape and distinctive lateral line that extends to the tail.
- Fish of the genus Centropomus are known for their strong fighting ability and are often targeted by recreational anglers.
- The genus Centropomus includes several species of snooks that are commercially important and are often caught for food.