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Percomorphi

Percomorphi

9.9
A large group of fish like perch, bass and tuna that live in the sea and in rivers
  • noun
  • /ˌpɜr.kəˈmɔr.faɪ/
  • Specialized
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  • Many commercially important species, such as tuna and sea bass, belong to the Percomorphi.

Examples

  • The Percomorphi are known for their diversity in size and habitat.

  • Scientists have debated the evolutionary relationships within the Percomorphi for decades.

  • The Percomorphi are known for their diversity in aquatic habitats.

  • Did you know that Percomorphi includes both freshwater and marine species?

  • Many commercially important species, such as tuna and sea bass, belong to the Percomorphi.

  • Scientists have debated the evolutionary relationships within the Percomorphi for decades.

  • The Percomorphi are known for their diversity in size and habitat.

Synonyms

Perciformes
vsPercomorphi
  • Specialized
9.9

A large group of fish that includes perches and tunas

is a broader group term for similar fishes without stating a strict taxonomic rank

Surface Forms

Percomorphi singular
Percomorphis plural

Etymology

The word Percomorphi comes from parts meaning 'perch' (perco-) and 'shape' (-morphi). That's why Percomorphi is the name for a large group of fishes, like perch, bass and tuna, that share a similar body shape.