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Microdesmidae

Microdesmidae

9.9
A group of small thin sea fish like wormfishes that live in warm coastal waters
  • noun
  • /ˌmaɪkroʊˈdɛzmɪdeɪ/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Microdesmídidos
  • The family Microdesmidae includes several species of small, elongated wormfishes found in tropical waters.

Examples

  • Several members of the Microdesmidae are popular in home aquariums for their slender shapes and peaceful nature.

  • Many species within the Microdesmidae family can be found hiding in sandy substrates in tropical environments.

  • Scientists have studied the behavior of Microdesmidae to better understand their burrowing habits.

  • The Microdesmidae family includes various species of wormfishes.

  • Have you ever seen a Microdesmidae in the wild?

  • The family Microdesmidae consists of small, slender marine fishes commonly found in warm coastal waters.

  • Fish enthusiasts often seek out Microdesmidae due to their unique appearance and behavior in aquariums.

Surface Forms

Microdesmidae singular
Microdesmidae plural

Etymology

Microdesmidae breaks into parts that tell you about these fish: micro- 'small', desm- comes from a Greek word for 'band', a helpful image for their long, thin bodies, and -idae 'family', the ending used for animal families. So, Microdesmidae is the 'small, band-like family' of slender wormfishes.