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sand hopper

/ˈsænd ˌhɒpə/

Tradução: Pequeno crustáceo, geralmente anfípode, que vive em praias arenosas e é conhecido por saltar quando perturbado.

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/ˈsænd ˌhɒpə/C1formalscientific
  • ptPequeno crustáceo, geralmente anfípode, que vive em praias arenosas e é conhecido por saltar quando perturbado.

A small crustacean, typically a type of amphipod, that lives in sandy beaches and is known for its jumping ability when disturbed.

  1. Small crustaceanB2formal

    A small, jumping crustacean found on sandy beaches, also known as a sand flea or beach flea.

    ptPulga-da-areia

    • The children watched the sand hoppers jump across the beach.
    • Sand hoppers are often used as bait for fishing.
    • These tiny creatures burrow into the sand to escape the tide.