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genus Saprolegnia

genus Saprolegnia

9.9
A group of water molds that grow on dead plants and animals and often make fish sick
  • noun
  • /ˈdʒɛnəs ˌsæprəˈlɛɡniə/
  • Specialized
translation icon : género Saprolegnia
  • The genus Saprolegnia includes several species that affect fish.

Examples

  • Researchers studied the growth of genus Saprolegnia on decomposing leaves in freshwater streams.

  • Aquarists often encounter issues when genus Saprolegnia infects the tank's aquatic life.

  • Genus Saprolegnia is known for causing water molds that threaten fish populations.

  • Researchers are studying the genus Saprolegnia for its impact on aquatic ecosystems.

  • Aquarists often face challenges when genus Saprolegnia spreads in their fish tanks.

  • The genus Saprolegnia thrives on decaying organic matter, contributing to diseases in aquatic life.

  • Scientists are investigating how genus Saprolegnia affects the health of fish in polluted waters.

Synonyms

Saprolegnia
vsgenus Saprolegnia
  • Specialized
9.9

A water fungus that grows on dead plants and animals

has identical meaning but uses an explicit formal taxonomic label

Surface Forms

genus Saprolegnia singular
genera Saprolegnia plural

Morphology

genus + Saprolegnia

The phrase simply combines the biological term 'genus' with the taxonomic name 'Saprolegnia'; if a learner knows both constituents they can infer it refers to a genus called Saprolegnia (a group of related fungal species). This follows standard, cross-linguistic scientific naming conventions and is not idiomatic, so the meaning is directly derivable from the parts.

Etymology

Genus Saprolegnia may come from old Greek parts: sapro- meaning 'rotten' and -legnia from a word for 'web' or 'threads'. The name gives a clear image of slim, thread-like growth on dead plants and animals in water, which is why it labels these water molds that often harm fish.