cavalla

Thân thiện

A fisherman holds up a large cavalla he just caught.

Definition

Noun 1. A large marine fish (Scomberomorus cavalla) characterized by a long, pointed snout. It is a significant species for both commercial fishing and sport fishing, found in the western Atlantic Ocean from the eastern coast of the United States southward to Brazil.

Usage

The word "cavalla" is a specific common name for a type of fish. It is used in contexts related to marine biology, commercial fishing, and recreational angling. * The cavalla is prized by anglers for its strong fight. * Researchers are studying the migration patterns of the cavalla.

Examples

• The fisherman proudly displayed a large cavalla he caught offshore.
• Cavalla are known for their speed and predatory nature.
• The market price for cavalla has increased this season.

Advanced Usage

• The term is sometimes used regionally. While "cavalla" is a recognized common name, this species is more widely and commonly known as the king mackerel.

Variants and Related Words

• King mackerel: The most common name for the same species ().
• Kingfish: A common alternative name, particularly in recreational fishing contexts.

Synonyms

• King mackerel
• Kingfish

Học thuật

Noun

1. large mackerel with long pointed snout; important food and game fish of the eastern Atlantic coast southward to Brazil

Từ đồng nghĩa

• king mackerel
• cero
• Scomberomorus cavalla