Holocentridae (Noun)
Meaning
Squirrelfishes and soldierfishes.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Holocentridae family, commonly known as squirrelfishes and soldierfishes, comprises over 80 species of marine fish.
- Holocentridae are nocturnal fish that inhabit tropical and subtropical waters around the world.
- Squirrelfishes and soldierfishes, belonging to the family Holocentridae, are characterized by their large eyes and long, pointed snouts.
- The Holocentridae family is divided into eight genera, including Holocentrus, Myripristis, and Sargocentron.
- Holocentridae are generally small to medium-sized fish, with most species reaching a maximum length of 30-60 cm.