What is another word for gempylidae?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛmpɪlˌɪdiː] (IPA) 
Gempylidae is a family of deep sea fishes that are characterized by their elongated body shape and sharp teeth. Some synonyms for the word Gempylidae include snake mackerels, escolars, oilfish and roudiños. These fishes are found in tropical and temperate waters around the world and are often considered a delicacy in certain cultures. However, they have been known to cause illness in humans due to their high levels of indigestible wax esters. Gempylidae are important in the marine food chain as they are a food source for larger predatory fish such as tuna and sharks. Understanding the synonyms for Gempylidae can help in identifying different species of these unique deep sea fishes.
