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Noun order branchiura has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebOrder BranchiuraDescriptionOrder Branchiura is a group of small, parasitic crustaceans commonly known as fish lice. These organisms belong to the subclass Copepoda and can be found in both freshwater and marine environments. They are known for attaching themselves to the skin and gills of various types of fish, causing irritation and potential harm to their hosts. SensesSense 1: Biological ClassificationIn the biological classification system, Order Branchiura refers to the taxonomic order that includes fish lice. Example sentence: The order Branchiura contains several species of fish lice that infest both wild and farmed fish populations. UsagesUsage 1: Parasitic CrustaceansThe term Order Branchiura is commonly used to describe the group of parasitic crustaceans known as fish lice. Example sentence: The fish in the aquarium started scratching themselves vigorously, indicating a possible infestation of Order Branchiura. Usage 2: TaxonomyOrder Branchiura is often used in the context of taxonomy to classify and categorize species of fish lice. Example sentence: The taxonomic identification of the fish lice required a detailed examination of their morphological features within the order Branchiura. Related Products | ||||
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