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Centropristis

Centropristis

9.9
A group of sea bass fish from the western Atlantic, including the black sea bass
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • Several species in the Centropristis genus are important for commercial fishing along the Atlantic coast.

Examples

  • The black sea bass is perhaps the best-known member of Centropristis.

  • Researchers are studying the population dynamics of Centropristis to better manage sustainable fisheries.

  • The Centropristis species are vital for commercial fishing.

  • Many fishermen target Centropristis for their delicious taste.

  • Researchers are studying the population dynamics of Centropristis to better manage sustainable fisheries.

  • Several species in the Centropristis genus are important for commercial fishing along the Atlantic coast.

  • The black sea bass is perhaps the best-known member of Centropristis.

Surface Forms

Centropristis singular
Centropristises plural

Etymology

Centropristis comes from old Greek parts kentron meaning 'point' and pristis meaning 'saw'. A helpful way to remember it is to picture a sea bass with sharp, saw-like spines, which fits this genus of fish.