What is another word for opisthognathidae?
Pronunciation: [ˈɒpɪsθˌɒɡnɐθˌɪdiː] (IPA) 
Opisthognathidae is a mouthful of a word, but fortunately, there are a few synonyms that can be used instead, depending on context. One possible synonym is the general term "jawfish", which refers to any fish in the family Opisthognathidae. Another synonym is "opisthognathus", which is the genus name for many of the species in this family. For specific species, other synonyms may be used, such as "longnose jawfish" or "yellowhead jawfish". Regardless of the synonym used, these fish are known for their unique behavior of excavating burrows in the sand or mud and using them as their homes.
