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rhincodon typus

 

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Noun rhincodon typus has 1 sense
  1. whale shark, Rhincodon typus - large spotted shark of warm surface waters worldwide; resembles a whale and feeds chiefly on plankton
    --1 is a kind of shark
    --1 is a member of Rhincodon, genus Rhincodon

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Rhincodon typus

Description:

Rhincodon typus, commonly known as the whale shark, is the largest species of fish in the world. It is a filter-feeding shark and is recognized for its immense size, distinctive pattern of spots, and gentle nature.

Senses:

  • Noun: A species of shark belonging to the Rhincodontidae family, characterized by its enormous size and filter-feeding habit.

Sample Sentences:

  • I went scuba diving in the Maldives and came face to face with a magnificent Rhincodon typus.
  • Researchers have tagged several Rhincodon typus individuals to study their migratory patterns.
  • The inhabitants of the coastal village were excited to spot a Rhincodon typus swimming near the shore.

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