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Negaprion

Negaprion

9.9
A group of large sharks called lemon sharks that live in warm shallow water near the coast
  • noun
  • /ˈnɛɡəˌpriːən/
  • Specialized
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  • The genus Negaprion includes the well-known lemon shark, which is commonly found in warm coastal waters.

Examples

  • The genus Negaprion includes the well-known lemon shark found in coastal regions.

  • Researchers observed a group of Negaprion swimming near the coral reef.

  • Juvenile Negaprion are often studied to understand shark behavior and ecology.

  • The Negaprion is known for its distinctive yellow coloration.

  • Have you ever seen a Negaprion in the wild?

  • Researchers observed a group of Negaprion swimming gracefully near the coral reef.

  • Juvenile Negaprion are often studied in marine biology classes to understand their behavior and ecology.

Compounds

Negaprion brevirostris
  • Specialized
9.9

A large shark that lives in warm shallow Atlantic waters and can be dangerous to people

Surface Forms

Negaprion singular
Negaprions plural

Etymology

Negaprion is a scientific genus name formed from ancient Greek words used by scientists. A helpful way to remember it is to think of Negaprion as the 'lemon shark' group, because this genus contains the lemon sharks that live in warm, shallow coastal water.