What is another word for peristediinae?
Pronunciation: [pˌɛɹɪstˈiːdɪˌɪniː] (IPA) 
Peristediinae is a scientific name given to a subfamily of fish in the Angelfish family. Synonyms for this word include Peristedion, Cepola, and Chaetodon. So, if you ever come across any of these synonyms while reading a zoological book or article, you should know that they refer to the same group of fish. Peristediinae is a subfamily of benthic fish that are typically found in the tropical and subtropical waters of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. They are characterized by their elongated and compressed bodies, as well as the possession of long spines on their dorsal fins. These fish are of great ecological importance and play an essential role in the marine food web.
