Genus Hypentelium (Noun)
Meaning
A genus of fish in the family Catostomidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Hypentelium is a group of suckerfish found in eastern North America, with several species within this genus.
- Researchers have been studying the behavior and habitats of fish within the genus Hypentelium to better understand their role in the ecosystem.
- One species within the genus Hypentelium, the northern hogsucker, is commonly found in freshwater streams and rivers.
- The genus Hypentelium is part of the larger family Catostomidae, which includes over 80 species of suckerfish.
- Further research is needed to fully understand the evolutionary history of the genus Hypentelium and its relationships to other fish species.