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Sardinops

Sardinops

8.2
A small oily fish like a sardine often canned for food
  • noun
  • /sɑrˈdɪnɒps/
  • Specialized
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  • Researchers have been studying Sardinops populations to monitor ocean health.

Examples

  • The fishery industry heavily depends on the abundance of Sardinops in coastal waters.

  • Processed Sardinops are often canned and exported worldwide as a food source.

  • The Sardinops species are popular for their rich flavor.

  • Many restaurants serve dishes made with Sardinops.

  • Canned Sardinops are a popular choice for a quick and nutritious meal.

  • Fishermen often catch Sardinops during the summer months in the Mediterranean Sea.

  • In many cultures, grilled Sardinops are enjoyed as a delicacy.

Compounds

Sardinops caerulea
  • Specialized
9.7

A small fish that lives off the Pacific coast of North America and is called the Pacific sardine

Surface Forms

Sardinops singular
Sardinopses plural

Etymology

The word Sardinops comes from sardin-, the same root as 'sardine', and the ending -ops, which means 'looks like' or 'appearance'. So Sardinops basically means 'looks like a sardine', which fits this group of small, oily fish.