Centropomus

/sɛntroʊˈpoʊməs/ noun

Definition

A genus of large predatory fish commonly known as snooks, found in Atlantic tropical and subtropical coastal waters.

Etymology

From Greek 'kentron' (center/point) + 'poma' (fish), a Linnaean genus name for these fighting fish.

Kelly Says

The snook (Centropomus undecimalis) is one of the most aggressive sport fish in the world and can survive in freshwater and saltwater—a true aquatic warrior!

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