Snake-fish (Noun)
Meaning
Tropical fishes with large mouths in lizard-like heads; found worldwide.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The unusual appearance of the snake-fish, with its lizard-like head, can often startle even experienced aquarium enthusiasts.
- Found in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide, snake-fish are highly efficient predators.
- Snake-fish are relatively solitary creatures and are best kept alone in the aquarium due to their large predatory appetites.
- One of the snake-fish's most distinguishing features is its unusually large mouth, lined with small, razor-sharp teeth.
- Despite their fearsome appearance, many species of snake-fish can make fascinating additions to well-researched and well-managed aquariums.