Definition

Noun: A taxonomic family of small, carnivorous percoid fishes, commonly known as bigeyes or catalufas, characterized by large eyes and a deep, compressed body, found worldwide in tropical and subtropical seas.

Usage

The term "family Priacanthidae" is used in scientific and ichthyological contexts to classify and discuss this specific group of marine fish. * The family Priacanthidae includes several species popular in aquarium trade. * Researchers are studying the nocturnal feeding habits of fishes within the family Priacanthidae.

Advanced Usage

• In taxonomic hierarchy: The name is always italicized in formal scientific writing. The family is placed within the order Perciformes.
  • The specimen was confirmed to belong to the family Priacanthidae.

Variants and Related Words

• Priacanthid (noun/adjective): A member of the family Priacanthidae; relating to this family.
  • The priacanthid's large eyes are an adaptation for low-light vision.
• Bigeye (common name): A common name for many species in this family.
• Catalufa (common name): A common name for some species, particularly in the genus .

Synonyms

• Bigeyes (as a group)
• Catalufas (as a group)

Different Meanings

This term has a single, specific meaning in biological taxonomy. It does not have other general English definitions.

Noun

1. small carnivorous percoid fishes found worldwide in tropical seas