What is another word for Genus Peristedion?

Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs pˌɛɹɪstˈiːdi͡ən] (IPA)

Genus Peristedion refers to a group of fish species commonly known as armored sea robins due to their hard, bony, spiny armor. These strange-looking fish are classified under the family Peristediidae, which includes about 11 species. While the common name for these fish may vary depending on the region, some synonyms for the Genus Peristedion include dragonfish, armored gurnard, prickly sea robins, armored bullhead, and bony sea robins. The unique physical characteristics of these fish make them highly sought-after in the aquarium trade, and they are also popular among commercial fishers due to their delicate meat and distinct flavor.

Synonyms for Genus peristedion:

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    Peristedion
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What are the hypernyms for Genus peristedion?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    Pisces (Fishes), Actinopterygii (ray-finned fishes), Animalia (Animals), Teleostei (group of bony fish).

Related words: genus peristedion, subgenus peristedion, species peristedion ursinii

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