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basking shark

/ˈbɑːskɪŋ ʃɑːrk/

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/ˈbɑːskɪŋ ʃɑːrk/C1formalscientific
  • ruКрупная, медлительная, фильтрующая акула (Cetorhinus maximus), которую часто можно увидеть плавающей у поверхности океана, как будто «греющейся» на солнце. Это второй по величине ныне живущий вид рыб.

A large, slow-moving, filter-feeding shark (Cetorhinus maximus) that is often seen swimming near the surface of the ocean, appearing to 'bask' in the sun. It is the second-largest living fish species.

  1. Large filter-feeding sharkB2formal

    A large, slow-moving shark (Cetorhinus maximus) that feeds on plankton by filtering water through its gills. It is the second-largest living fish.

    ruКрупная акула, питающаяся планктоном

    • The basking shark is often seen swimming near the surface with its dorsal fin exposed.
    • Despite its enormous size, the basking shark is harmless to humans.
    • Scientists track basking sharks to study their migration patterns.