cobitidae
Definition
Noun: - Cobitidae: A family of freshwater fish commonly known as loaches, characterized by their elongated, slender bodies and often having barbels around the mouth. They are bottom-dwelling fish found in Eurasia and Morocco.
Usage
- The term is used in scientific and ichthyological contexts to classify a specific taxonomic family of fish.
- : The biologist identified the small, bottom-feeding fish as a member of Cobitidae.
- : Several species within the family Cobitidae are popular in the aquarium trade.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic hierarchy, Cobitidae is a family within the order Cypriniformes.
- : The study focused on the phylogenetic relationships within Cobitidae.
Variants and Related Words
- Cobitid (noun/adjective): A member of the Cobitidae family; pertaining to the Cobitidae family.
- Example: The researcher studied various cobitid species.
- Loach (noun): The common name for fish in the family Cobitidae.
- Example: The clown loach is a well-known loach.
Synonyms
- Loaches (common name)
- Bottom loaches (descriptive term)
Related Phrases
- Family Cobitidae: The full formal designation.
- Example: The new species was described and placed in the family Cobitidae.
Noun
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loaches
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