What is another word for bottom fish?

Pronunciation: [bˈɒtəm fˈɪʃ] (IPA)

Bottom fish are a group of fish species that live and feed on or near the ocean floor. They are also known as groundfish and include popular seafood such as cod, halibut, and flounder. However, there are many other types of fish that are considered bottom dwellers, including anglerfish, catfish, and eels. In addition to bottom fish, they can also be referred to as benthic fish, demersal fish, or flatfish. These terms are often used interchangeably and can depend on the specific region or type of fish being referred to. Regardless of the synonym used, bottom fish are an important part of marine ecosystems and essential for many coastal communities' economies.

Synonyms for Bottom fish:

What are the hypernyms for Bottom fish?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    demersal fish, benthic fish, deep-sea fish, seafloor fish.

What are the hyponyms for Bottom fish?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for bottom fish (as nouns)

Famous quotes with Bottom fish

  • Don't bottom fish.
    Peter Lynch

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