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alectis ciliaris

 

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Noun alectis ciliaris has 1 sense
  1. threadfish, thread-fish, Alectis ciliaris - fish having greatly elongated front rays on dorsal and anal fins
    --1 is a kind of jack
    --1 is a member of Alectis, genus Alectis

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Alectis ciliaris

Description:

Alectis ciliaris, commonly known as the African threadfish or African pompano, is a species of fish belonging to the family Carangidae. It is characterized by its slender, elongated body and a sail-like dorsal fin. This species is native to the tropical waters of the Indian Ocean and the western Pacific Ocean.

Senses:

1. Noun: African Threadfish

Meaning: A species of fish with a slender body and a sail-like dorsal fin, found in the Indian Ocean and the western Pacific Ocean.

Example sentence: The African threadfish is an apex predator that preys on smaller fish.

2. Noun: African Pompano

Meaning: Another common name for Alectis ciliaris, often used in recreational fishing circles.

Example sentence: Anglers enjoy targeting the African pompano due to its strong fighting ability.

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