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buffalofish

/ˈbʌf.ə.ləʊ.fɪʃ/

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noun

/ˈbʌf.ə.ləʊ.fɪʃ/C1formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее любую из нескольких крупных рыб, похожих на карпа или чукучана, обитающих в Северной Америке, особенно в долине Миссисипи.

A noun referring to any of several large, carp-like or sucker fish native to North America, particularly found in the Mississippi valley.

  1. Large carp-like North American fishB2formalamerican

    A large, freshwater fish native to North America, resembling a carp, often found in rivers and lakes.

    ruБуффалофиш

    • The buffalofish is a popular catch among anglers in the Mississippi River.
    • Buffalofish can grow to impressive sizes, sometimes exceeding 50 pounds.
    • Local markets sell fresh buffalofish during the summer season.

    Synonymsbuffalobuffalo fish

  2. Large sucker fish of the Mississippi valleyB2formalamerican

    Any of several species of large sucker fish (genus Ictiobus) found in the Mississippi River basin.

    ruБольшая рыба-присоска из долины Миссисипи

    • The buffalofish is known for its distinctive humped back and large scales.
    • These fish are bottom-feeders, often found in slow-moving waters of the Mississippi valley.
    • Buffalofish populations have declined due to habitat changes in the region.

    Synonymsbuffalobuffalo fish

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