Fish Species Terminology

noun a fish belonging to the sturgeon family (Acipenseridae)

adjective relating to or characteristic of the sturgeon family of fish (Acipenseridae)

• The acipenserine fish is known for its long lifespan and slow growth rate.
• Have you ever seen an acipenserine fish in person? They're huge!
• That acipenserine fish is a real tank, it could probably eat us whole!
• The acipenserine symbolizes longevity and wisdom in many cultures.

noun a medical term referring to a lack or absence of milk production in the mammary glands

• Agalaxias is a medical condition characterized by the absence of milk production in the mammary glands.
• My friend's cow was diagnosed with agalaxias, so now they have to bottle-feed the calf.
• I heard that farmer down the road is dealing with some agalaxias in his dairy herd.
• The lack of creativity in the team's brainstorming session was like a case of agalaxias in a dairy cow.