noun
- plural of chromide; a family of freshwater fish native to South Asia and Madagascar
Usage: ichthyology
Examples
- The chromides are an important family of cichlid-like fish.
- Several species of chromides inhabit the rivers of southern India.
- Researchers studied the breeding behavior of chromides in their natural habitat.
- The aquarium featured a display of colorful chromides from Madagascar.
- Chromides are known for their parental care of offspring.