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scyliorhinidae

/ˌsaɪliəˈrɪnɪdiː/

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noun

/ˌsaɪliəˈrɪnɪdiː/C2formalscientific
  • ruТаксономическое семейство мелких донных акул, широко известных как кошачьи акулы.

A taxonomic family of small bottom-dwelling sharks, commonly known as catsharks.

proper noun

  1. Small bottom-dwelling sharksC2formalscientific

    A family of small, bottom-dwelling sharks commonly known as catsharks, characterized by elongated bodies, two dorsal fins, and a preference for deep or shallow coastal waters.

    ruМелкие донные акулы

    • The Scyliorhinidae family includes species like the small-spotted catshark.
    • These sharks are often found resting on the seabed during the day.
    • Marine biologists study Scyliorhinidae to understand deep-sea ecosystems.