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Synodontidae

Synodontidae

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A family of sea fish like lizardfish that live on the sea bottom
  • noun
  • /ˌsɪnəˈdɒntɪdiː/
  • Specialized
: Synodontidae
  • The lizardfishes, members of the Synodontidae, are often found resting on sandy sea floors.

Examples

  • The Synodontidae are known for their elongated bodies and sharp teeth.

  • Marine biologists studied several species within the Synodontidae family along the coral reefs.

  • The Synodontidae family includes various species of lizardfishes.

  • Many Synodontids are found in tropical waters.

  • Marine biologists studied several species within the Synodontidae family along the coral reefs.

  • The Synodontidae are known for their elongated bodies and sharp teeth.

  • The lizardfishes, members of the Synodontidae, are often found resting on sandy sea floors.

Synonyms

lizardfish
vsSynodontidae
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A fish that lives in warm seas with a head like a lizard and a large mouth

is a broader taxonomic family grouping these bottom-dwelling soft-finned fishes

Surface Forms

Synodontidae singular
Synodontidaes plural
Synodontids plural

Etymology

Synodontidae comes from Greek parts syn- 'together' and odont 'tooth', and the ending -idae means 'family' in scientific names. The name refers to the fishes' many close, sharp teeth, so Synodontidae is the family of lizardfishes known for jaws full of teeth.