genus pholis

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Noun genus pholis has 1 sense

Pholis, genus Pholis - type genus of the Pholidae: gunnels
--₁ is a kind of fish genus
--₁ is a member of Pholidae, family Pholidae, family Pholididae
--₁ has members: rock gunnel, butterfish, Pholis gunnellus

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Genus Pholis

Definition:

Genus Pholis refers to a taxonomic classification of small, elongated marine fishes belonging to the family Pholidae. These fishes are commonly found in coastal areas and are known for their slim bodies and large eyes.

Senses:

Noun: A group of marine fishes classified under the family Pholidae.
Noun: The scientific name of a particular species of fish.

Sample Sentences:

The genus Pholis consists of several species of fish commonly found in the North Atlantic.
The biologist identified the captured fish as a member of genus Pholis.
The Genus Pholis by Dr. Albert J. Brown provides a comprehensive study on the taxonomy and behavior of these fishes. (link to search: Amazon)
To properly classify the fish, we must determine its species within the genus Pholis.

genus phocaena genus phoenicophorium genus phoeniculus genus phoenicurus genus phoenix genus pholas genus pholidota genus pholiota genus pholis genus pholistoma genus phoradendron genus photinia genus photoblepharon genus phoxinus genus phragmipedium genus phragmites genus phrynosoma

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