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Apogon

Apogon

9.9
A small bright fish that lives in coral reefs and is active at night
  • noun
  • /ˈæpəˌɡɒn/
  • Specialized
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  • Researchers discovered a new Apogon species off the coast of Papua New Guinea.

Examples

  • The Apogon species are commonly found in coral reefs throughout the Indo-Pacific region.

  • Many Apogon fish are known for their distinctive bright coloration and nocturnal habits.

  • The Apogon is known for its vibrant colors.

  • Many Apogons are found in coral reefs.

  • Many Apogon fish are known for their distinctive bright coloration and nocturnal habits.

  • The Apogon species are commonly found in coral reefs throughout the Indo-Pacific region.

  • Researchers discovered a new Apogon species off the coast of Papua New Guinea.

Synonyms

genus Apogon
vsApogon
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of small sea fish called cardinalfish that live in warm tropical seas

is the general genus term for small marine fishes in that family

Compounds

Apogon maculatus
  • Specialized
9.9

A small reddish fish that lives in tropical Atlantic reefs and is active at night

genus Apogon
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of small sea fish called cardinalfish that live in warm tropical seas

Surface Forms

Apogon singular
Apogons plural

Etymology

Apogon comes from the Greek parts a- 'without' and pogon 'beard', so it literally means 'without a beard'. That's why the name fits these small cardinalfishes, which lack beard-like whiskers on their chins.