hexagrammidae (Meaning)
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hexagrammidae (n)
greenlings
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hexagrammidae Sentence Examples
- Hexagrammidae, commonly known as greenlings or rock cods, are a family of marine fish found in the North Pacific.
- Hexagrammidae species inhabit a wide range of depths, from shallow waters to the bathyal zone.
- The largest species in the Hexagrammidae family is the kelp greenling, which can reach a length of over 70 centimeters.
- Hexagrammidae fish typically have a stout, elongated body with large scales and a large, terminal mouth.
- Hexagrammidae species are carnivores that feed on a variety of fish, invertebrates, and crustaceans.
- Hexagrammidae fish are important predators in many coastal ecosystems.
- The highly variable color patterns of Hexagrammidae species help them to camouflage themselves against the surrounding environment.
- Overfishing is a significant threat to Hexagrammidae populations in some areas.
- The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) lists several Hexagrammidae species as "vulnerable" or "near threatened."
- Research is ongoing to better understand the biology and conservation status of Hexagrammidae species.
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greenlings
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Hexagrammidae, commonly known as greenlings or rock cods, are a family of marine fish found in the North Pacific.
Hexagrammidae species inhabit a wide range of depths, from shallow waters to the bathyal zone.
The largest species in the Hexagrammidae family is the kelp greenling, which can reach a length of over 70 centimeters.
Hexagrammidae fish typically have a stout, elongated body with large scales and a large, terminal mouth.
