Clinidae

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A group of small sea fish that give birth to live young

noun
/ˈklɪnɪdi/

Specialized

: Clinidae

The Clinidae family includes small marine fish known for their live-bearing reproduction.

Examples

The Clinidae are a group of fishes commonly called viviparous blennies.
Several species within the Clinidae family are popular in saltwater aquariums due to their unique appearance.
Marine biologists study the reproductive behavior of Clinidae in coastal ecosystems.
The Clinidae are fascinating creatures of the ocean.
Many species of Clinidae can be found in coral reefs.
Marine biologists study the reproductive behavior of Clinidae in coastal ecosystems.
Several species within the Clinidae family are popular in saltwater aquariums due to their unique appearance.

Synonyms

family Clinidae

vsClinidae

Specialized

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A group of small long fish that give birth and live among rocks and kelp in the sea

emphasizes live bearing reproduction rather than specific habitat details

Compounds

family Clinidae

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A group of small long fish that give birth and live among rocks and kelp in the sea

Surface Forms

Clinidae singular

Clinidaes plural

Clinidae plural

Etymology

Clinidae comes from an old root clin- meaning 'to lean' or 'slope', the same root you see in incline and recline. Think of these small blennies resting or leaning among rocks in shallow seas; that's why the name fits this family of live-bearing coastal fish.