What is another word for echeneididae?
Pronunciation: [ˈɛt͡ʃənˌe͡ɪdɪdˌiː] (IPA) 
Echeneididae is a family of fish commonly known as remoras or shark-suckers. These fish are known for their ability to attach themselves to larger marine animals such as sharks, rays, and turtles using a modified dorsal fin. They are found in tropical and subtropical waters all around the world and are often used by human fishermen to catch larger fish by attaching bait to their suckers. Other synonyms for Echeneididae include suckerfish, hitchhiker fish, and pilot fish. These fish play an important role in marine ecosystems and are also popular in the aquarium trade.
