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eptatretus

eptatretus

9.9
A deep-sea fish without jaws that has many gill slits
  • noun
  • /ɛpˈtætrɪtəs/
  • Specialized
: eptatretus
  • Scientists discovered a well-preserved eptatretus fossil in the sediment layers of the ancient seabed.

Examples

  • The eptatretus is notable for its multiple gill slits, a characteristic feature of hagfish.

  • Modern relatives of eptatretus still inhabit deep ocean waters around the world.

  • The eptatretus is known for its unique feeding habits.

  • Researchers discovered several eptatretuses in the deep ocean.

  • Modern relatives of eptatretus still inhabit deep ocean waters around the world.

  • Scientists discovered a well-preserved eptatretus fossil in the sediment layers of the ancient seabed.

  • The eptatretus is notable for its multiple gill slits, a characteristic feature of hagfish.

Surface Forms

eptatretus singular
eptatretuses plural

Etymology

Eptatretus comes from Greek parts epta 'seven' and tretus 'holes', and it refers to a hagfish group with seven gill openings, so the name reminds you this deep-sea animal has seven holes.