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ommastrephes

/ˌɒm.əˈstriː.fiːz/

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noun

/ˌɒm.əˈstriː.fiːz/C2formalscientific
  • ruРод высокоактивных цилиндрических кальмаров, характеризующихся короткими мощными щупальцами и большими ромбовидными плавниками на хвостовом конце.

A genus of highly active, cylindrical squid characterized by short, powerful arms and large, rhomboid-shaped fins at the tail end.

  1. Squid genusC2formalscientific

    A genus of extremely active, cylindrical squid characterized by short strong arms and large rhombic terminal fins.

    ruРод кальмаров

    • The ommastrephes is known for its powerful swimming abilities.
    • Marine biologists studied the ommastrephes in the deep ocean.
    • The large rhombic fins of the ommastrephes help it maneuver quickly.