Rattail Fish (Noun)
Meaning
Deep-sea fish with a large head and body and long tapering tail.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The deep-sea submersible's lights illuminated a rattail fish hovering in the darkness, its long tail swaying gently in the current.
- Rattail fish are found in oceans around the world, typically at depths of 200-1,000 meters.
- The rattail fish's large head and body are thought to be adaptations for detecting prey in the dimly lit deep-sea environment.
- Scientists have discovered several new species of rattail fish in recent years, each with unique characteristics and features.
- The rattail fish's tapering tail allows it to move quickly and efficiently through the water, chasing down small fish and invertebrates.