genus myxine

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Noun genus myxine has 1 sense

Myxine, genus Myxine - type genus of the Myxinidae (typical hagfishes)
--₁ is a kind of fish genus
--₁ is a member of Myxinidae, family Myxinidae
--₁ has members: Myxine glutinosa

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Term: Genus Myxine

Description:

The term "genus myxine" refers to a specific scientific classification of jawless fish belonging to the family Myxinidae. These eel-like creatures are commonly known as hagfish. The genus Myxine includes several species of hagfish found in different parts of the world.

Sample Sentences:

Noun (Scientific Classification): The genus Myxine comprises approximately 30 known species of hagfish.

Noun (Animal): The slimy and elongated body of the genus Myxine allows these hagfish to slip into crevices for protection.

Adjective: Scientists have conducted extensive studies on the reproductive behavior of the genus Myxine.

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