Predatory fish

Predatory Fish

Predatory fish are fish that prey upon other fish or animals. Some predatory fish include sharks, barracuda, and piranhas.

Pronunciation

Predatory fish is pronounced as /ˈprɛdəˌtɔri fɪʃ/.

Etymology

The term "predatory" comes from the Latin word "praedator" meaning plunderer or robber, and "fish" comes from the Old English "fisc".

Types of Predatory Fish

There are many types of predatory fish, including:

• Sharks: Sharks are one of the most well-known types of predatory fish. They are known for their sharp teeth and aggressive behavior.

• Barracuda: Barracudas are a large species of predatory fish that are known for their speed and ferocity.

• Piranhas: Piranhas are a type of predatory fish that are known for their sharp teeth and aggressive behavior.

Related Terms

• Carnivorous fish: Carnivorous fish are fish that eat other fish or animals. This includes predatory fish, but also includes fish that eat smaller organisms, like plankton.

• Prey: Prey refers to the organisms that are eaten by predators, including predatory fish.

• Food chain: The food chain is the sequence of who eats whom in an ecological community, including predatory fish and their prey.

• Aquatic ecosystem: An aquatic ecosystem is an ecosystem in a body of water, which includes predatory fish and their prey.

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