catostomidae

/kætɒˈstɒmaɪdiː/ (kat-oh-STOH-may-dee)

Definitions

1. noun

a family of North American freshwater fishes with long, thin bodies and small mouths

“The catostomidae family is one of the most diverse fish families in North America.”

Synonyms

  • catfish
  • suckers

Antonyms

  • saltwater fishes