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Peristedion

Peristedion

9.9
A small sea fish with bony armor and spiny fins
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • Several species in the genus Peristedion are known for their bony armor and spiny fins.

Examples

  • Scientists discovered a new Peristedion species during their marine expedition.

  • The waters near the continental shelf are home to Peristedion and other sea robins.

  • Look at that Peristedion!

  • The Peristedion is amazing!

  • Scientists discovered a new Peristedion species during their marine expedition.

  • Several species in the genus Peristedion are known for their bony armor and spiny fins.

  • The waters near the continental shelf are home to Peristedion and other sea robins.

Compounds

Peristedion miniatum
  • Specialized
9.9

A small sea fish with bony plates and chin whiskers that lives on the deep sea floor

Surface Forms

Peristedion singular
Peristedions plural

Etymology

Peristedion comes from Greek parts peri- 'around' and stethion 'chest'. That image of 'armor around the chest' helps you remember these sea robins have bony plates and spines, so the name fits their armored body.