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stichaeidae

/ˌstɪkiːˈɪdiː/

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noun

/ˌstɪkiːˈɪdiː/C2formalscientific
  • ruСемейство морских рыб, широко известных как колючеспинки, характеризующихся удлинённым телом и колючими спинными плавниками.

A family of marine fish commonly known as pricklebacks, characterized by their elongated bodies and spiny dorsal fins.

proper noun

  1. C2formal

    A family of marine fish known as pricklebacks, characterized by their elongated bodies and spiny dorsal fins.

    ruСтихеевые

    • The Stichaeidae family includes many species found in cold northern waters.
    • Pricklebacks, or Stichaeidae, are often found hiding under rocks in tide pools.
    • Marine biologists study Stichaeidae to understand their unique adaptations.