Opisthognathidae
Definition
- Noun:
- A family of marine fishes: Opisthognathidae is the scientific family name for a group of fish commonly known as jawfishes. These are small, burrow-dwelling fish characterized by their large mouths and heads.
Usage
- The word "Opisthognathidae" is used almost exclusively in formal, scientific contexts such as ichthyology (the study of fish), marine biology, and taxonomic classification. It is a proper noun referring to a specific biological family.
Examples
- Noun:
- The Opisthognathidae are known for their unique behavior of incubating eggs in their mouths.
- Several species within the family Opisthognathidae are popular in the aquarium trade.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic hierarchy: The term is used to denote a family rank in biological classification, situated between the order (e.g., Perciformes) and the genus (e.g., ).
- The family Opisthognathidae falls under the order Perciformes.
Variants and Related Words
- Opisthognathid (noun/adjective): A member of the Opisthognathidae family; pertaining to this family.
- The opisthognathid displayed vibrant blue markings.
- Jawfish (noun): The common name for fish in this family.
- The yellowhead jawfish is a well-known opisthognathid.
Synonyms
- Jawfishes: This is the direct common name equivalent for the family Opisthognathidae.
Notes on Meaning
- The term has only one specific meaning in modern English: it is a zoological taxon. It does not have idiomatic meanings or phrasal verbs associated with it.
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jawfishes
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