Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fingerling
noun
/ˈfɪŋɡərlɪŋ/
Definition
A young fish that is small enough to be held between the fingers.
Examples
- The fish farm specializes in raising fingerlings for local lakes.
- After several months, the fingerlings grow into juvenile fish ready for release.
- Fingerlings are essential for maintaining fish populations in their natural habitats.
Meaning
The term often refers to fish that are a few months to a year old and have reached a size suitable for stocking or for use in aquaculture.
Synonyms
- Juvenile fish
- Young fish
- Fry
