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Balistes

Balistes

9.9
A group of tropical sea fish in the triggerfish family that live on coral reefs
  • noun
  • /bəˈlɪstɪs/
  • Specialized
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  • The genus Balistes includes several species of colorful triggerfish found in coral reefs.

Examples

  • A well-known member of the Balistes genus is Balistes capriscus, also called the grey triggerfish.

  • Marine biologists often study Balistes to understand the evolution of Balistidae.

  • The Balistes is known for its vibrant colors.

  • Have you ever seen a Balistes in the wild?

  • A well-known member of the Balistes genus is Balistes capriscus, also called the grey triggerfish.

  • The genus Balistes includes several species of colorful triggerfish found in coral reefs.

  • Marine biologists often study Balistes to understand the evolution of Balistidae.

Compounds

Balistes vetula
  • Specialized
9.9

A brightly colored tropical fish that lives near coral reefs in the Atlantic

Surface Forms

Balistes singular
Balistidae plural
Balisteses plural

Etymology

Balistes comes from an old Greek word meaning 'thrower' and is related to ballista and ballistic, words that remind us of ancient weapons. A helpful way to remember Balistes is to imagine the fish's strong, weapon-like spines and hard body, and that's why the name fits these triggerfish.