blennioid
/ˈblɛniɔɪd/
adjective
- Relating to or resembling a blenny (a small, elongated fish).
- The blennioid shape of the fish helped it hide in narrow crevices.
- Marine biologists studied the blennioid features of several reef species.
- Its blennioid body allowed it to dart quickly between rocks.
noun
- A fish belonging to the suborder Blennioidei, which includes blennies and similar species.
- The aquarium had a tank full of colorful blennioids from tropical waters.
- Blennioids are known for their elongated bodies and large pectoral fins.
- Divers often spot blennioids peeking out from holes in the coral.