Zeus Faber (Noun)
Meaning
European dory.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Zeus faber, commonly known as European dory or John Dory, is a fish found in temperate and tropical waters around the world.
- European chefs highly prize Zeus faber for its mild flavor and flaky texture.
- A single Zeus faber specimen was discovered off the coast of Iceland in 2005, the first recorded in those waters.
- Fishing expeditions off the Mediterranean often result in bycatches of Zeus faber, highlighting concerns for their sustainability.
- Overfishing and pollution pose major threats to Zeus faber populations across European waters.