noun
- Plural of cabrilla; small to medium-sized grouper fish found in warm coastal waters, especially off California and Mexico.
Usage: ichthyology; regional (Pacific coast)
Examples
- Anglers off the coast of California often catch cabrillas near rocky reefs.
- The cabrillas in the Gulf of California are prized by local fishermen.
- Cabrillas are known for their spotted patterns and aggressive feeding behavior.
- Several species of cabrillas inhabit the warm waters of the Pacific coast.