What is another word for stickleback?
Pronunciation: [stˈɪklɪbˌak] (IPA) 
The word "stickleback" refers to a small freshwater fish that is typically found in North America and Europe. This fish belongs to the family of Gasterosteidae and is known for its sharp spine on its back. Although the word "stickleback" is commonly used to refer to this species, there are several synonyms that can be used instead. These include pricklyfish, prickleback, shiner, and spiny stickleback. While each of these synonyms highlights a particular characteristic of the fish, they all refer to the same species and are interchangeable in most contexts.
