Hemitripterus (Noun)
Meaning
Sea ravens.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Hemitripterus americanus, also known as the sea raven, is a species of marine fish that inhabits the coastal waters of the North Atlantic.
- The sea raven, a type of Hemitripterus, is recognized by its elongated body and large head.
- Hemitripterus are known to be bottom-dwellers, often hiding in crevices or under rocks.
- Sea ravens, specifically Hemitripterus americanus, have been observed using their pectoral fins to lure in prey.
- Hemitripterus are often caught incidentally in commercial fishing gear intended for other species.