kingfish

• 名词，指几种生活在温暖海域的鱼类，常被视为食用鱼或游钓鱼，分布于北美大西洋沿岸、美国太平洋沿岸以及澳大利亚和新西兰水域。

A noun referring to any of several types of fish, often valued as food or game, found in warm Atlantic waters off North America, the Pacific coast of the US, and in Australian and New Zealand waters.

1. Atlantic kingfishB2formalamerican

   A lean-fleshed fish caught off the Atlantic coast of the United States, valued as food.

   王鲭

   • The restaurant served grilled kingfish with lemon butter.
   • Fishermen caught several kingfish off the coast of New Jersey.
   • Kingfish is a popular choice for fish tacos in coastal towns.

2. Mackerel kingfishB2formalamerican

   A large edible mackerel found in temperate waters of the United States Atlantic coast.

   王鲭

   • The kingfish mackerel is known for its rich flavor.
   • Anglers prize the kingfish for its fighting ability.
   • This species of kingfish can grow up to 5 feet in length.

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3. California kingfishB2formalamerican

   A small silvery marine food fish found off the coast of California.

   加州王鱼

   • California kingfish are often caught near the shore.
   • The local market sells fresh California kingfish daily.
   • This small kingfish is a staple in West Coast cuisine.

4. Drum family kingfishB2formalamerican

   Any of several food and game fishes of the drum family, native to warm Atlantic waters of the North American coast.

   石首鱼科王鱼

   • The drum family kingfish is known for its distinctive croaking sound.
   • These kingfish are popular among sport fishermen.
   • Kingfish from the drum family are often found in shallow coastal waters.

5. Australasian kingfishB2formalaustralian

   A large game fish found in the waters of Australia and New Zealand, highly sought after by anglers.

   澳洲鰤

   • The Australasian kingfish is a prized catch in New Zealand.
   • Anglers travel to Australia to fish for kingfish.
   • This kingfish species can weigh over 50 kilograms.