Headfishes

/ˈhɛdˌfɪʃɪz/ noun

Definition

Multiple large, round-bodied fish with prominent heads, such as sunfish; the plural form of headfish.

Etymology

From 'headfish' with plural '-es'. A straightforward plural of the descriptive fish name.

Kelly Says

Scientists use descriptive common names like 'headfish' to help fishermen and enthusiasts identify species—these names often stick better than formal Latin ones!

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