doctorfish
- noun
- /ˈdɑktərˌfɪʃ/
- Specialized
:
pez cirujano
- The doctorfish is easily recognized by the sharp spines near its tail.
Examples
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Snorkeling in the shallow reefs, we spotted a brightly colored doctorfish among the corals.
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Local fishermen in the Caribbean often catch doctorfish for both food and aquariums.
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The doctorfish is known for its vibrant colors.
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I saw a doctorfish swimming near the coral reef.
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While snorkeling, I was amazed to see a brilliant blue doctorfish gliding through the coral reefs.
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The sharp spines on the tail of the doctorfish make it easier for it to defend itself from predators.
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Many aquarists seek out the doctorfish for its vibrant colors and unique appearance.
Synonyms
A tropical reef fish with a sharp spine on each side of its tail
A brightly colored tropical fish with sharp spines found in the Caribbean
A brightly colored tropical fish with sharp spines on its tail that lives near coral reefs
A tropical reef fish with bright colors often kept in aquariums
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Doctorfish gets its name from the word doctor because the West Indian surgeonfish has a sharp spine by its tail that looks like a small 'knife' or tool, so people named it after a doctor who uses cutting tools.
