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makaira

/məˈkaɪ.rə/

Traduction: Nom désignant un genre de grands poissons marins rapides, largement connus sous le nom de marlins, vivant dans les océans tropicaux et subtropicaux.

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/məˈkaɪ.rə/C2formalscientific
  • frNom désignant un genre de grands poissons marins rapides, largement connus sous le nom de marlins, vivant dans les océans tropicaux et subtropicaux.

A noun referring to a genus of large, fast-swimming marine fish, commonly known as marlins, found in tropical and subtropical oceans.

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  1. C1formalscientific

    A genus of large, fast-swimming predatory fish in the family Istiophoridae, commonly known as marlins, characterized by a long, spear-like upper jaw and a high dorsal fin.

    frMakaire

    • The Makaira genus includes the iconic blue marlin, a prized catch for sport fishermen.
    • Researchers are studying the migratory patterns of Makaira species in the Pacific Ocean.
    • A large Makaira can reach speeds of up to 50 miles per hour in short bursts.
    • The distinctive bill of a Makaira is used to stun prey like squid and smaller fish.

    Synonymesmarlin

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