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Callionymidae

Callionymidae

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A family of small colorful sea fish with long bodies and showy fins
  • noun
  • /ˌkæliˈoʊnɪˌmaɪdi/
  • Specialized
: Callionímidos
  • Several species in the Callionymidae family are prized for their vibrant colors and striking patterns.

Examples

  • The aquarium features several Callionymidae species, attracting many visitors interested in exotic marine life.

  • Researchers discovered a new member of the Callionymidae along the coral reefs of Indonesia.

  • Look at that Callionymidae!

  • The Callionymidae family includes many vibrant species.

  • Several species in the Callionymidae family are prized for their vibrant colors and striking patterns.

  • The aquarium features several Callionymidae species, attracting many visitors interested in exotic marine life.

  • Researchers discovered a new member of the Callionymidae along the coral reefs of Indonesia.

Surface Forms

Callionymidae singular
Callionymidae plural

Etymology

Callionymidae comes from Greek parts kalli- 'beautiful' and -onym 'name', so a helpful way to remember it is 'beautiful name'. That's why the name fits this family of small, colorful marine fishes called dragonets, because they look bright and showy.