anguilla

• Eigenname für ein britisches Überseegebiet in der Karibik; außerdem bezeichnet das Wort Aalarten aus der Familie der Anguillidae, insbesondere den Flussaal.

A proper noun referring to a British overseas territory in the Caribbean, or a genus of eels within the family Anguillidae.

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1. Caribbean island territoryB1formal

   A British Overseas Territory located in the eastern Caribbean Sea, known for its coral reefs and beaches.

   Anguilla

   • Anguilla is a popular destination for tourists seeking quiet beaches.
   • The capital of Anguilla is The Valley.
   • Anguilla was colonized by English settlers in the 17th century.

2. Biological genus of eelsC1formalscientific

   A genus of eels in the family Anguillidae, which includes freshwater eels that migrate to the sea to spawn.

   Biologische Gattung der Aale

   • The genus Anguilla includes the European eel and the American eel.
   • Anguilla eels are known for their catadromous life cycle.
   • Scientists study the migration patterns of Anguilla species.