What is another word for Family Macrouridae?
Pronunciation: [fˈamɪli mˈakɹəjˌuːɹɪdˌiː] (IPA) 
The Family Macrouridae, commonly referred to as rat-tails or grenadiers, is a group of deep-sea fishes that inhabit waters from the Arctic to the Antarctic. The term "rat-tail" is derived from the elongated, tapering tail of these fishes, which resembles that of a rat. Synonyms for the term "Family Macrouridae" include grenadier fish and deep-sea cod. These fishes are important in commercial fisheries and play a crucial role in deep-sea ecology as scavengers that clean up the ocean floor. Despite their widespread distribution, little is known about the biology and behavior of these fascinating animals.
