A genus of large predatory fish found in Mediterranean and Atlantic waters, known for their powerful jaws and prominent teeth.
From Latin 'dentex,' derived from 'dens' (tooth), referring to the fish's distinctive large teeth. The scientific genus name directly references the fish's most prominent feature.
Dentex fish are sometimes called 'sea breams' and can grow over 3 feet long with teeth so strong they can crack shells and bones—ancient Romans considered them a luxury food worth traveling to catch!
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