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Agonidae

Agonidae

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A family of sea fish with rows of bony plates that live in cold northern waters
  • noun
  • Specialized
: Agonidae
  • The Agonidae are easily recognized by their rows of bony plates along the body.

Examples

  • The Agonidae are known for their unique bony armor, which helps them survive in harsh marine environments.

  • Did you know that Agonidae are often found in cold northern waters?

  • A specimen from the Agonidae family was found along the Pacific coastline.

  • Marine biologists often study Agonidae to understand adaptations in cold water environments.

  • The Agonidae family includes various species of marine fish.

  • Researchers are documenting the behavior and habitat of various species within the Agonidae family.

  • Due to their distinctive traits, Agonidae play a crucial role in the ecosystem of cold northern waters.

Synonyms

family Agonidae
vsAgonidae
  • Specialized
9.9

Small sea fish with bony plates that live in cold northern waters

is the shorter scientific name for that same family of fishes

Compounds

family Agonidae
  • Specialized
9.9

Small sea fish with bony plates that live in cold northern waters

Surface Forms

Agonidae singular
Agonidae plural

Etymology

Agonidae comes from the group name Agonus, which goes back to the Greek agon meaning 'contest' or 'struggle'. You can picture their rows of bony plates as 'armor' for a fight, and that image helps explain why these armored fish have this name.