family Salmonidae

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A taxonomic family of ray-finned fish: "Family Salmonidae" is the scientific name for a biological family that includes salmon, trout, chars, freshwater whitefishes, and graylings. These are typically cold-water fish, many of which are anadromous (migrating from the sea to freshwater to spawn).
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The Atlantic salmon belongs to the family Salmonidae.
    • Conservation efforts are crucial for many species within the family Salmonidae.
Advanced Usage
  • In scientific/biological context: Used precisely to classify a group of organisms within the order Salmoniformes.
    • The phylogenetic study focused on the evolutionary history of the family Salmonidae.
Variants and Related Words
  • Salmonid (n. & adj.): A member of the family Salmonidae; relating to this family.
    • Salmonid fisheries are economically important.
  • Salmon (n.): A common name for several species within this family.
  • Trout (n.): A common name for several species within this family.
Synonyms
  • Salmonid family: A less formal synonym.
  • Salmon and trout: A common descriptive phrase for the family's most well-known members.
Noun
  1. salmon and trout

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