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elopidae

/ɪˈlɒp.ɪ.diː/

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noun

/ɪˈlɒp.ɪ.diː/formalscientific
  • ruНаучное семейство лучепёрых рыб, включающее тарпонов и ледифиш.

A scientific family of ray-finned fish that includes tarpons and ladyfishes.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. C2formalscientific

    A family of ray-finned fish, commonly known as tarpons and ladyfishes, found in tropical and subtropical waters.

    ruТарпоны и лакедры

    • The Elopidae family includes the Atlantic tarpon, a popular game fish.
    • Ladyfishes, part of the Elopidae family, are known for their slender bodies.
    • Scientists study Elopidae to understand the evolution of early teleost fish.