Prionotus Carolinus, also known as the striped searobin, has a range of synonyms that describe its physical appearance, location, and behavior. Some of these synonyms include the Atlantic searobin, Carolina searobin, and gurnard. The fish is known for its unique coloring, which includes stripes on its sides and distinctive spines on its head. It can be found in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of North Carolina, South Carolina, and Florida. Some synonyms for its behavior include bottom-feeder and scavenger. The Prionotus Carolinus plays an important role in maintaining the health of its ecosystems and is valued by fishermen as a game fish and a source of food.