Hogfish (Noun)
Meaning 1
Found from Long Island southward.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
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Meaning 2
Large wrasse of western Atlantic; head of male resembles a pig's snout.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The hogfish is a common sight in the coral reefs of the western Atlantic Ocean, where it feeds on small invertebrates and algae.
- As the male hogfish matures, its head begins to resemble a pig's snout, earning it its distinctive name.
- Hogfish are prized by aquarium hobbyists for their vibrant colors and interesting shape, but are often difficult to care for in captivity.
- While hogfish are not typically considered a food fish, they are sometimes caught accidentally in fishing gear intended for other species.
- The hogfish is an important part of the marine ecosystem in the western Atlantic, helping to control populations of invertebrates and algae.