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three-spined stickleback

 

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Noun three-spined stickleback has 1 sense
  1. three-spined stickleback, Gasterosteus aculeatus - of rivers and coastal regions
    --1 is a kind of stickleback, prickleback
    --1 is a member of Gasterosteus, genus gasterosteus

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Three-Spined Stickleback

Description:

The three-spined stickleback is a small fish species commonly found in freshwater habitats. It is known for its three bony spines on its back, which serve as a defensive mechanism against predators. It has a slender body, typically measuring around 2 to 4 centimeters in length, and is distinguished by its vibrant colors, usually ranging from shades of green to brown.

Sample Sentences:

  1. The three-spined stickleback is native to rivers and lakes in Europe and North America.
  2. The male three-spined sticklebacks construct intricate nests as part of their mating behavior.
  3. Researchers study the behavior and evolution of three-spined sticklebacks as a model organism in the field of ecology.
  4. Several predators, such as herons and larger fishes, feed on three-spined sticklebacks in their natural habitats.

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