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clinidae

/ˈklaɪ.nɪ.diː/

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noun

/ˈklaɪ.nɪ.diː/formalscientific
  • ruТаксономическое семейство морских рыб, широко известных как клиниды или морские собачки, характеризующихся удлинённым телом и обычно встречающихся в умеренных и тропических морях.

A taxonomic family of marine fish commonly known as clinids or kelp blennies, characterized by their elongated bodies and typically found in temperate and tropical seas.

proper noun

  1. Viviparous blenniesC2formalscientific

    A family of marine fish, commonly known as clinids or kelp blennies, found in temperate and tropical seas. They are characterized by their elongated bodies and ability to give birth to live young.

    ruЖивородящие морские собачки

    • The Clinidae family includes many species that inhabit rocky shores and kelp forests.
    • Researchers observed a female clinid giving birth to live young in the aquarium.
    • Divers often spot clinids hiding among seaweed in tropical waters.