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zalophus

/ˈzæl.ə.fəs/

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noun

/ˈzæl.ə.fəs/C2formalscientific
  • ruНаучное существительное, обозначающее род морских львов — морских млекопитающих, известных своими наружными ушными раковинами и способностью передвигаться по суше с помощью ласт.

A scientific noun referring to a genus of sea lions, which are marine mammals known for their external ear flaps and ability to walk on land using their flippers.

proper noun

  1. Sea lion genusC2formalscientific

    A genus of sea lions, specifically the California sea lion, characterized by external ear flaps, long front flippers, and a barking vocalization.

    ruРод морских львов

    • The Zalophus species are commonly found along the Pacific coast.
    • Zalophus californianus is the most well-known member of this genus.
    • Researchers study Zalophus to understand marine mammal behavior.