genus stenotomus (Meaning)

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genus stenotomus (n)

scups

No Synonyms and anytonyms found

The genus Stenotomus comprises 14 species of fish belonging to the family Sparidae.
Stenotomus species are generally small to medium-sized fish, with most species reaching a maximum length of around 30 cm.
Members of the genus Stenotomus are distributed across a wide range of marine habitats, including reefs, seagrass beds, and coastal waters.
Stenotomus species are primarily herbivorous, feeding on algae, seagrasses, and other plant material.
The genus Stenotomus is distinguished by a combination of characteristics, including a compressed body, a dorsal fin with 12 spines and 10-12 soft rays, and an anal fin with 3 spines and 8-9 soft rays.
Several species within the genus Stenotomus are important fisheries targets, including the scup (Stenotomus chrysops) and the porgy (Stenotomus caprinus).
Stenotomus fish play an important role in marine ecosystems as herbivores, helping to control algal growth and maintain the health of coral reefs and other marine habitats.
Conservation efforts for the genus Stenotomus focus on protecting their marine habitats and ensuring sustainable fishing practices.
The study of the genus Stenotomus has contributed significantly to our understanding of reef ecology and the importance of herbivorous fish in marine ecosystems.
Ongoing research on Stenotomus species is helping to inform fisheries management and conservation measures to protect these important marine fish.

scups

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

The genus Stenotomus comprises 14 species of fish belonging to the family Sparidae.

Stenotomus species are generally small to medium-sized fish, with most species reaching a maximum length of around 30 cm.

Members of the genus Stenotomus are distributed across a wide range of marine habitats, including reefs, seagrass beds, and coastal waters.

Stenotomus species are primarily herbivorous, feeding on algae, seagrasses, and other plant material.