cottidae

• Nom scientifique d'une famille de poissons communément appelés chabots ou cottidés, caractérisés par une grosse tête et un corps effilé.

A scientific noun referring to a family of fish commonly known as sculpins, characterized by a large head and tapering body.

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   A family of fish known as sculpins, typically found in cold, freshwater or marine environments, characterized by a large head and spiny fins.

   Cottidés

   • The Cottidae family includes many species of sculpins that live in rocky streams.
   • Marine biologists study Cottidae to understand their adaptation to cold waters.
   • Sculpins, belonging to Cottidae, are often camouflaged against riverbeds.