Oligoplites (Noun)
Meaning
Leatherjackets.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The oligoplites is a genus of marine fish in the family Carangidae, commonly known as leatherjackets.
- The oligoplites are characterized by their laterally compressed bodies and sharp dorsal spines.
- Some species of oligoplites are popular game fish and are targeted by recreational anglers.
- In Australia, the oligoplites are often caught accidentally in nets intended for other species.
- The oligoplites are known to inhabit shallow coastal waters and coral reefs in tropical regions.