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catalufa

catalufa

9.9
A bright red sea fish that eats small animals
  • noun
  • US
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  • Marine biologists are studying the feeding habits of the catalufa in the Caribbean Sea.

Examples

  • Divers were fascinated by the brilliant red color of the catalufa swimming near the coral reef.

  • The chef prepared a delicious dish using freshly caught catalufa from the local market.

  • Look at that stunning catalufa swimming by!

  • The catalufa is known for its vibrant colors.

  • Divers were fascinated by the brilliant red color of the catalufa swimming near the coral reef.

  • Marine biologists are studying the feeding habits of the catalufa in the Caribbean Sea.

  • The chef prepared a delicious dish using freshly caught catalufa from the local market.

Synonyms

Priacanthus arenatus
vscatalufa
  • Specialized
9.9

A bright red fish with large eyes that eats smaller fish in Atlantic coral reefs

is the same but uses a regional common name instead

Surface Forms

catalufa singular
catalufas plural

Etymology

The word catalufa is the local name used in Caribbean Spanish for a bright reef fish. A helpful way to remember catalufa is to imagine a small 'cat' with big, bright eyes on the coral at night, which links the name to the fish's bright colour and its night activity.