genus balistes

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Noun genus balistes has 1 sense

Balistes, genus Balistes - type genus of the Balistidae
--₁ is a kind of fish genus
--₁ is a member of Balistidae, family Balistidae
--₁ has members:
queen triggerfish, Bessy cerca, oldwench, oldwife, Balistes vetula

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Genus Balistes

Genus Balistes refers to a taxonomic genus consisting of certain species of triggerfish. Triggerfish are tropical marine fish known for their unique body shape and distinctive coloring. The genus Balistes includes several species of triggerfish, such as the Picasso triggerfish (Balistes vetula) and the titan triggerfish (Balistes nigromarginatus).

Sample sentences:

The Picasso triggerfish belongs to the genus Balistes.
Scientists have been studying the evolutionary history of the species within the genus Balistes.
The titan triggerfish, a member of the genus Balistes, is known for its aggressive behavior.
Many snorkelers and divers enjoy observing the vibrant colors of triggerfish from the genus Balistes.

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