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Scleropages

Scleropages

9.9
A group of large freshwater fish from Australia and Borneo with long bodies and bony tongues
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • Several species in the Scleropages genus are considered endangered due to habitat loss and overfishing.

Examples

  • The Scleropages genus includes fish species that are prized in the aquarium trade for their striking appearance.

  • Scientists are studying the breeding habits of Scleropages to support conservation efforts.

  • The Scleropages is a fascinating fish found in freshwater rivers.

  • Have you ever seen a Scleropages in its natural habitat?

  • The Scleropages genus includes several species of fish, such as the stunning Asian Arowana, known for its elongated body.

  • Many aquarists seek to keep Scleropages in their tanks because of their beautiful colors and unique bony tongues.

  • Researchers are focused on the Scleropages fish, trying to understand their role in the freshwater ecosystems of Australia.

Compounds

Scleropages jardinii
  • Specialized
9.9

A large freshwater fish from northern Australia and New Guinea with crescent-shaped red spots on its scales

Scleropages leichardti
  • Specialized
9.9

A large freshwater fish from Australian rivers with a red or pink spot on each scale

Surface Forms

Scleropages singular
Scleropages plural

Etymology

Scleropages comes from Greek parts: sclero- meaning 'hard' and -pages which likely refers to the 'mouth' or 'jaw'. That's a helpful way to remember this fish genus, because these species have strong, bony tongues and jaws.