Groundfish (Noun)
Meaning
Fish that live on the sea bottom (particularly the commercially important gadoid fish like cod and haddock, or flatfish like flounder).
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The groundfish species in the North Atlantic are a crucial part of the marine ecosystem and a significant source of food for humans.
- Groundfish like cod and haddock are often caught using bottom trawls, which can damage the seafloor habitat.
- The flounder is a type of groundfish that is prized for its delicate flavor and firm texture.
- Researchers are studying the impact of climate change on groundfish populations in the Gulf of Maine.
- The decline of groundfish stocks in the 1990s led to the implementation of stricter fishing regulations in many countries.