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Trinectes

Trinectes

9.9
A group of flat fish that includes the hogchoker
  • noun
  • Specialized
: Trinectes
  • The hogchoker is classified in the genus Trinectes.

Examples

  • Species in Trinectes are found in fresh and brackish waters of the Americas.

  • Ichthyologists recently described a new member of the Trinectes genus.

  • The Trinectes is known for its unique flat body shape.

  • Many fishermen target Trinectes during the summer.

  • The hogchoker is classified in the genus Trinectes.

  • Ichthyologists recently described a new member of the Trinectes genus.

  • Species in Trinectes are found in fresh and brackish waters of the Americas.

Surface Forms

Trinectes singular
Trinectes plural

Etymology

The word Trinectes likely comes from Greek parts tri- 'three' and nectes 'swimmer', so a helpful image is a 'three-swimmer'. So, Trinectes is the scientific name for a small group of flatfishes, a genus, which makes it easier to remember when you see names like the hogchoker.