Genus Pterois (Noun)
Meaning
Lionfishes.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Pterois is a group of venomous marine fish commonly known as lionfishes, native to the Indo-Pacific region.
- Lionfishes of the genus Pterois are characterized by their distinctive appearance and long, venomous spines.
- The genus Pterois comprises about 12 species of lionfishes, including the common lionfish and the clearfin lionfish.
- The introduction of non-native species from the genus Pterois has caused significant ecological damage in the Caribbean and Atlantic regions.
- Several species within the genus Pterois are popular aquarium fish due to their striking appearance and relatively small size.