Belonidae

/bɛˈlɒnɪdiː/ noun

Definition

The scientific family name for needlefish, a group of marine and freshwater fish characterized by long, slender bodies and elongated jaws with sharp teeth.

Etymology

From Greek 'belone' (needle) with the scientific suffix '-idae' used in taxonomy to denote a biological family of animals.

Kelly Says

Belonidae fish can reach speeds of 40 mph and their needle-like jaws make them one of nature's most efficient fish predators, equipped with a hunting design perfected over millions of years.

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