Coryphaena
- proper noun
- /ˌkɔːrɪˈfeɪnə/
- Specialized
- Researchers studied the migration patterns of Coryphaena in the Atlantic Ocean.
- Coryphaena hippurus
- mahimahi (Coryphaena)
Examples
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The Coryphaena is prized by anglers for its speed and vibrant colors.
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The Coryphaena is known for its vibrant colors.
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Many restaurants serve Coryphaena under the name mahi-mahi on their menus.
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Many fishermen seek the Coryphaena for sport.
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The best places to catch Coryphaena are in tropical and subtropical regions, where they are abundant.
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Many fishermen seek Coryphaena due to its delicious taste and the challenge it presents when caught.
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Sports fishermen often target Coryphaena for their fighting spirit and acrobatic jumps during the catch.
Synonyms
A bright fast fish often caught for food in warm seas
A large bright fish that lives in warm seas and is called dolphinfish
A large, slim sea fish often cooked and eaten in Hawaii
A large slender sea fish with bright colors often found near Hawaii and caught for sport and food
Compounds
- Specialized
A large, brightly colored fish found in warm seas, often called mahi-mahi and eaten as food
Surface Forms
Etymology
Coryphaena comes from the Greek root koryphē meaning 'top' or 'crown'. One idea is this name points to the fish's high forehead and bright colors, so the word helps you remember the bold, fast fish we call mahi-mahi.