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globicephala

/ˌɡloʊbɪˈsɛf.ə.lə/

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noun

/ˌɡloʊbɪˈsɛf.ə.lə/C1formalscientific
  • ruИмя собственное, обозначающее род морских млекопитающих, известных как гринды, которые относятся к семейству дельфиновых.

A proper noun referring to a genus of marine mammals known as pilot whales, which are part of the dolphin family.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. C1formalscientific

    A genus of oceanic dolphins known as pilot whales, characterized by their large size, bulbous forehead, and social behavior.

    ruГринды

    • Globicephala species are often found in deep ocean waters.
    • Researchers study the social structure of Globicephala pods.
    • The long-finned pilot whale (Globicephala melas) is a well-known member of this genus.

    Synonymsblackfishpilot whale