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Scombridae

Scombridae

1 9.9
A group of ocean fish like mackerel and tuna that people eat
  • noun
  • /ˈskɒmbrɪdeɪ/
  • Specialized
: escombridos
  • Species in the Scombridae family are important for commercial fisheries worldwide.

Examples

  • The diet of dolphins often consists of members of the Scombridae, such as mackerel and tuna.

  • The Scombridae family includes popular fish like mackerels.

  • Environmental changes can greatly affect populations within the Scombridae family.

  • Many chefs love cooking with Scombridae species.

  • The family Scombridae includes popular fish such as mackerels and tunas, which are often served in seafood restaurants.

  • Many species of Scombridae are highly valued for their delicious taste and are a staple in diets around the world.

  • Fishermen target Scombridae during the summer months because they are abundant in coastal waters.

Synonyms

scombroid
vsScombridae
  • Specialized
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A sea fish like a tuna or mackerel that people eat and catch for sport

focuses on the family's role as food rather than sport
scombroid fish
vsScombridae
  • Specialized
1 9.8

Large sea fish like tuna or mackerel that can keep part of their body warmer than water

mentions the family as ocean food fish without stressing warm blood traits
scombrid
vsScombridae
  • Specialized
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A fish like a mackerel or tuna that swims very fast

focuses on group identity and value as food rather than shape or speed

Surface Forms

Scombridae singular
Scombridaes plural

Etymology

Scombridae comes from an old Greek word skombros meaning 'mackerel', and the ending -idae is used in science to mean a 'group' of related animals. So Scombridae is the 'group of mackerels', which fits because it includes fish like mackerel and tuna.