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genus caranx

 

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Noun genus caranx has 1 sense
  1. Caranx, genus Caranx - type genus of the Carangidae
    --1 is a kind of fish genus
    --1 is a member of Carangidae, family Carangidae

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Genus Caranx

Definition

Genus caranx refers to a group of marine fish in the family Carangidae, commonly known as jacks or trevallies. This genus includes various species of predatory fish found in tropical and subtropical waters across the world.

Senses

Sense 1: Taxonomy

Part of Speech

Noun

Usage

Used in the field of biology and taxonomy.

Example Sentence

The genus Caranx belongs to the family Carangidae.

Sense 2: Fish Species

Part of Speech

Noun

Usage

Refers to the various species within the genus Caranx.

Example Sentence

The Caranx ignobilis, commonly known as the giant trevally, is a highly prized game fish.

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