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Rutilus

Rutilus

9.9
A small freshwater fish that lives in rivers and lakes in Europe and Asia
  • noun
  • /ˈruːtɪləs/
  • Specialized
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  • The freshwater fish of the genus Rutilus are common throughout Europe and parts of Asia.

Examples

  • The Rutilus species are often found in rivers and lakes.

  • Researchers discovered a new population of Rutilus in the river ecosystem.

  • Anglers often seek out Rutilus species for their abundance and sporting qualities.

  • I caught a Rutilus during my fishing trip last weekend.

  • Anglers often seek out Rutilus species for their abundance and sporting qualities.

  • The freshwater fish of the genus Rutilus are common throughout Europe and parts of Asia.

  • I caught a Rutilus during my fishing trip last weekend.

Compounds

Rutilus rutilus
  • Specialized
9.9

A small European freshwater fish with a greenish back and silvery sides that lives in rivers and lakes

Surface Forms

Rutilus singular
Rutilus plural

Etymology

Rutilus comes from the Latin word rutilus, which means 'reddish'. Think of a freshwater fish with a red shine on its scales or fins—that red colour is the simple image behind the genus name.