Serranid

Quick meaning: Serranid is a noun meaning (zoology) Any fish of the family Serranidae.

Meaning

(zoology) Any fish of the family Serranidae.

Example Sentences

As noted above, the serranids are the largest group in terms of species numbers.

The groupers, hinds and many related serranids are well-known for their rather unusual reproductive styles.

Conservation measures that are targeted specifically at protecting serranids and take into account their reproductive traits have proven successful.

Word Forms

• serranids

Synonyms for serranid

Depending on context, synonyms include serranoid.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include serranoid, serrasalmid, serrula, epinephelid, sciaenid, serranochromine.

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