Centrarchid

/senˈθrɑːrkɪd/ noun

Definition

A fish belonging to the sunfish family (Centrarchidae), including bass and bluegill; or relating to such fish.

Etymology

From Centrarchidae (the family name) + -id (suffix for members of a taxonomic group). The family name comes from Greek kentron (center, spur) + arkhē (beginning, rule).

Kelly Says

Largemouth bass are the most popular centrarchids in North America—they're so good at catching other fish that invasive bass populations can destroy entire ecosystems in new environments.

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