Diodontidae

/ˌdaɪəˈdɑntɪˌdeɪ/ noun

Definition

A family of marine fish that includes porcupinefish and spiny pufferfish, characterized by their beak-like teeth and inflatable spiny bodies.

Etymology

From the genus 'Diodon' combined with the Latin '-idae' suffix used in taxonomy to denote a family classification of organisms.

Kelly Says

Diodontidae fish have eyes that can move independently and rotate in their sockets, giving them a periscope-like ability to watch for danger above and below simultaneously—a feature more commonly associated with chameleons.

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