Definition

Proper noun: - A taxonomic family of marine fish: "Family Luvaridae" is the scientific name for a family of perciform fish, commonly known as louvars. It contains a single extant genus, Luvarus.

Usage

• The term "Family Luvaridae" is used in scientific and zoological contexts to classify a specific group of large, oceanic fish.
• It is always capitalized as it is a proper noun referring to a formal taxonomic rank.

Examples

Advanced Usage

• In taxonomic hierarchy, "Family Luvaridae" sits above the genus level () and below the suborder level.
• The family is monotypic, meaning it contains only one widely recognized extant genus.

Variants and Related Words

• Luvaridae: The same term without the word "family"; often used interchangeably in technical writing.
  • The fish belongs to the order Perciformes, suborder Acanthuroidei, and family Luvaridae.
• Luvarid (noun): A common name for any fish belonging to the Family Luvaridae.
  • The luvarid was spotted far offshore.
• Luvarus (proper noun): The sole genus within the Family Luvaridae.
  • The genus Luvarus contains species like the louvar (Luvarus imperialis).

Synonyms

• Louvar family: A less formal, descriptive synonym.
  • The louvar family consists of large, solitary ocean dwellers.

Notes

• The word "family" in "family Luvaridae" is part of the full taxonomic label. In many scientific texts, the stand-alone "Luvaridae" is preferred.
• The family is characterized by fishes with a deep, laterally compressed body, a steep forehead, and small mouths.

Noun

1. louvars