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squatinidae

/skwɒˈtɪn.ɪ.diː/

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noun

/skwɒˈtɪn.ɪ.diː/C2formalscientific
  • ruСемейство донных акул, похожих на скатов, обычно известных как акулы-ангелы.

A family of bottom-dwelling, ray-like sharks, commonly known as angel sharks.

proper noun

  1. Angel sharksC2formalscientific

    A family of bottom-dwelling sharks with flattened bodies and large pectoral fins, resembling rays.

    ruМорские ангелы

    • Squatinidae are commonly known as angel sharks due to their wing-like fins.
    • These bottom-dwelling sharks bury themselves in sand to ambush prey.
    • The Squatinidae family includes several species found in temperate and tropical waters.