Torpedinidae
- noun
- /tɔrˈpɛdɪnɪˌdeɪ/
- Specialized
- Members of the Torpedinidae can immobilize their prey using electric shocks produced by specialized organs.
Examples
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The Torpedinidae family encompasses several genera of electric rays found in tropical and temperate seas.
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Scientists are studying the nervous system of Torpedinidae to better understand bioelectricity.
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The Torpedinidae family includes several species of electric rays.
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Did you know that Torpedinidae can produce electric shocks?
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Members of the Torpedinidae can immobilize their prey using electric shocks produced by specialized organs.
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The Torpedinidae family encompasses several genera of electric rays known for their unique ability to generate electricity.
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Scientists are researching the Torpedinidae to learn more about their electric shock mechanisms and behaviors.
Synonyms
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9.6
A flat sea fish that makes strong electric shocks to catch prey
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A flat sea fish with a rounded body that lives on the sea floor and gives strong electric shocks
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A sea animal like a flat fish that lives on the sea floor and makes strong electric shocks
A group of rays that make electric shocks
Compounds
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word Torpedinidae comes from the Latin root torped-, which means 'numb' or 'stiff' and is the same idea behind the English words torpid and torpedo. These are electric rays that can give a shock to make prey or a predator 'numb', so the family name points to that numbing power.