Sci·ae·na
| \ sīˈēnə \
Definition of Sciaena
: the type genus of Sciaenidae comprising somewhat elongated marine fishes with a conical head, terminal or subterminal mouth, and no barbels and including numerous croakers some of which are favored as food or sport fishes — see black croaker, maigre, mulloway
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“Sciaena.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Sciaena. Accessed 7 May. 2021.
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The first known use of Sciaena was in 1601
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