genus makaira
Definition
- Noun:
- A taxonomic genus of fish: "genus Makaira" is the scientific name for a genus of large, predatory marine fish commonly known as marlins. It belongs to the family Istiophoridae.
Usage Notes
- This term is used almost exclusively in scientific, biological, or zoological contexts. It is a formal taxonomic classification.
- In everyday language, the common name "marlins" is used instead.
Examples
- Noun:
- The blue marlin is classified under the genus Makaira.
- Scientists study the migratory patterns of species within genus Makaira.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic hierarchy: The term is used to specify a group of closely related species.
- The genus Makaira is distinguished from other billfish genera by specific morphological characteristics.
Variants and Related Words
- Makaira (n): The abbreviated form of the genus name, often used in the same scientific contexts.
- Makaira nigricans is the scientific name for the Atlantic blue marlin.
- Marlin (n): The common name for fish in this genus.
- He caught a large marlin while deep-sea fishing.
Synonyms
- Marlins (n): The common name for the fish belonging to this genus.
Related Terms (Scientific Context)
- Istiophoridae (n): The biological family that includes marlins, sailfish, and spearfish.
- Genus Makaira is part of the family Istiophoridae.
- Billfish (n): A broader informal grouping for fish with long, spear-like bills, including marlins.
- Marlins are a type of billfish.
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marlins
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