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genus arius

 

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Noun genus arius has 1 sense
  1. Arius, genus Arius - type genus of the Ariidae: sea catfishes
    --1 is a kind of fish genus
    --1 is a member of Ariidae, family Ariidae
    --1 has members: crucifix fish

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Genus Arius

Genus Arius refers to a taxonomic category in the scientific classification of fish belonging to the family Ariidae. This genus comprises several species commonly known as Arius catfish or sea catfish. They are typically found in marine, brackish, or even freshwater environments. Members of the Genus Arius are known for their slender body shape, long barbels, and strong pectoral fins.

Sample Sentences:

1. The Genus Arius includes various species of catfish that are widely distributed across coastal regions.

2. Arius gagora, a species within the Genus Arius, prefers brackish water habitats in Southeast Asia.

3. The sharp spines on the pectoral fins of Genus Arius catfish act as a defensive mechanism against predators.

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