Priacanthidae (Noun)
Meaning
Small carnivorous percoid fishes found worldwide in tropical seas.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Priacanthidae family includes species of small, nocturnal fish characterized by their large eyes and big mouths.
- These small carnivorous percoid fishes of the family Priacanthidae are often found swimming singly or in pairs near coral reefs.
- Worldwide, there are over 18 species of Priacanthidae distributed throughout tropical seas and coral reefs.
- Reef ecosystems rely on species like the Priacanthidae to regulate invertebrate populations and maintain ecological balance.
- Priacanthidae fish are recognized for their red or silver scales that often reflect the colors of their surrounding environments.