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genus phoca

 

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Noun genus phoca has 1 sense
  1. Phoca, genus Phoca - type genus of the Phocidae: earless seals
    --1 is a kind of mammal genus
    --1 is a member of Phocidae, family Phocidae
    --1 has members: harbor seal, common seal, Phoca vitulina

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Term: Genus Phoca

Description: Genus Phoca refers to a taxonomic classification of marine mammals from the family Phocidae, which includes various species of true seals commonly known as "phocids." These seals typically have streamlined bodies, flippers for locomotion, and are adapted for marine life.

Sense 1 - Noun: In a biological context, Genus Phoca represents a specific group of seals within the Phocidae family.

Example sentence: The common seal (Phoca vitulina) belongs to the genus Phoca.

Sense 2 - Popular: In popular usage, Genus Phoca is often mentioned to describe any seal species found in different parts of the world.

Example sentence: I saw a magnificent specimen of Genus Phoca while visiting a coastal region last summer.

Sense 3 - Local: Locally, Genus Phoca can refer to a specific seal species found in a particular region.

Example sentence: The Genus Phoca native to these waters is well-adapted to the harsh arctic conditions.

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