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Genus Tarpon

Definition: Genus Tarpon refers to a group of large, strong-bodied fish species belonging to the family Megalopidae. Tarpons are known for their silver scales, elongated bodies, and their ability to gulp air from the surface.

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Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A genus of fish species found in warm coastal waters and estuaries, including the Atlantic and Indo-Pacific oceans.

Example Sentence: The genus tarpon includes the Atlantic tarpon (Megalops atlanticus) and Indo-Pacific tarpon (Megalops cyprinoides), both prized for sport fishing.

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Pertaining to or characteristic of the genus Tarpon.

Example Sentence: The locals organized a tarpon fishing tournament to celebrate the annual migration of the majestic genus tarpon.

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