squalus acanthias

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Noun squalus acanthias has 1 sense

Atlantic spiny dogfish, Squalus acanthias - destructive dogfish of the Atlantic coastal waters of America and Europe; widely used in anatomy classes
--₁ is a kind of spiny dogfish
--₁ is a member of Squalus, genus Squalus

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Squalus acanthias

Description:

Squalus acanthias, commonly known as the spiny dogfish, is a species of shark that belongs to the Squalidae family. It has slender bodies covered in small, sharp spines.

Sample sentences:

Noun:

The squalus acanthias is a common resident of coastal waters.
Scientists are studying the migratory patterns of squalus acanthias.
A group of squalus acanthias was spotted near the shore.

Adjective:

The spiny dogfish, or squalus acanthias, shark is known for its sharp spines.
He caught a squalus acanthias shark during his deep-sea fishing expedition.
She was fascinated by the intricate pattern on the squalus acanthias's skin.

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