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Definition of bushfish

bushfish

/ˈbʊʃ.fɪʃ/
bush · fish
Plural:bushfish
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bushfish Lexical Profile

• noun

1

Any of several species of freshwater labyrinth fish (primarily of the genera Ctenopoma and Microctenopoma) native to the heavily vegetated streams, pools, and swamps of Central and West Africa, known for their predatory nature and ability to breathe atmospheric air.

Example

"The leopard bushfish is a popular choice for experienced aquarium hobbyists due to its unique leaf-mimicking camouflage and ambush hunting tactics."

• Nearby Words

bush viper
bushbaby
bushbuck
bushfish
bushmaster
bushshrike
bushtit

Word Origin & Etymology

A compound of the English words 'bush' (referring to the dense aquatic vegetation and roots where these species hide and hunt) and 'fish'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bushfish. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bushfish
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