Melanogrammus (Noun)
Meaning
Haddock.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Haddock, whose scientific name is Melanogrammus aeglefinus, is a commercially valuable species in many parts of the world.
- The taxonomic classification of Melanogrammus aeglefinus reveals it is part of the family Gadidae.
- The study found Melanogrammus aeglefinus haddock often congregated in dense groups around rocky underwater structures.
- Fishermen specifically targeting Melanogrammus aeglefinus typically fish near reefs and submerged rocky outcroppings.
- Scientists were concerned that climate change might significantly affect Melanogrammus aeglefinus populations due to rising ocean temperatures.