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Lutjanus blackfordi

Lutjanus blackfordi

9.9
A pinkish-red sea fish like a small snapper that people eat
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The Lutjanus blackfordi, known for its pinkish-red coloring, is a sought-after catch in North American waters.

Examples

  • Fishermen prize the Lutjanus blackfordi for its firm, white flesh and delicate flavor.

  • The Lutjanus blackfordi is commonly caught along the Gulf Coast during the summer months.

  • Marine biologists study populations of Lutjanus blackfordi to monitor the health of coastal ecosystems.

  • The Lutjanus blackfordi is a popular fish among chefs.

  • Many fishermen target Lutjanus blackfordi during the summer.

  • Fishermen prize the Lutjanus blackfordi for its firm, white flesh and delicate flavor.

  • Chefs often include Lutjanus blackfordi in their seafood menus due to its delicious taste.

Surface Forms

Lutjanus blackfordi singular
Lutjanus blackfordis plural

Morphology

Lutjanus + blackfordi

The phrase is a Linnaean binomial: a learner who knows 'Lutjanus' as a fish genus can infer this refers to a particular species within that genus. However, the specific epithet 'blackfordi' has no lexical meaning (likely an eponym) and does not convey the species' appearance or properties, so the full referential content is not predictable from the parts.

Etymology

Lutjanus blackfordi probably mixes the group name Lutjanus for snappers with the last name blackfordi, a name given to honor a person linked to the fish. Think of a pinkish-red fish called 'Blackford's snapper', and that's why the name refers to this particular food fish.