shorefish

/ˈʃɒr.fɪʃ/

Definitions

1. noun

A fish that lives in or near the shore, particularly a species of fish that migrates between freshwater and saltwater habitats.

“The shorefish population in the estuary is a key indicator of the ecosystem’s health.”

Synonyms

  • estuarine fish
  • migratory fish

Antonyms

  • benthic fish
  • deep-sea fish