Description

Killifishes are small, freshwater fish belonging to the family Cyprinodontidae, commonly found in shallow waters and wetlands. They are known for their resilience in harsh environments and are often used in aquariums and ecological studies due to their unique reproductive strategies.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters may encounter variations such as 'peces killifish' or informal references to 'peces de agua dulce'. It is important to maintain a formal register and use the canonical term 'Cyprinodon' in clinical contexts to avoid confusion with other fish species.

Example Sentences

EN: Killifishes are often used in laboratory studies to understand environmental changes.

ES: Los Cyprinodon se utilizan a menudo en estudios de laboratorio para comprender los cambios ambientales.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'killifish' with 'carp' due to similar contexts; mispronouncing 'Cyprinodon' as 'Cypridon'; mixing up with other freshwater fish species.