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genus cyclops

 

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Noun genus cyclops has 1 sense
  1. genus Cyclops - copepod water fleas
    --1 is a kind of
    arthropod genus
    --1 is a member of Copepoda, subclass Copepoda
    --1 has members: cyclops, water flea

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Genus Cyclops

Description:

Genus Cyclops refers to a taxonomic classification within the animal kingdom. It is a genus of small, freshwater copepods, which belong to the family Cyclopidae. These crustaceans are typically characterized by a single, large eye located in the center of their head. They are widely distributed in various aquatic habitats, ranging from ponds and lakes to rivers and streams.

Sample Sentences:

  • The genus Cyclops consists of around 200 different species.
  • The cyclops copepod is often used as a bioindicator of water quality due to its sensitivity to pollution.
  • Researchers are studying the reproductive behavior of genus Cyclops in order to better understand their life cycle.

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