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Cetorhinus

Cetorhinus

9.9
A group of large sharks that includes only the basking shark
  • noun
  • /ˌsɛtəˈraɪnəs/
  • Specialized
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  • The genus Cetorhinus includes only the basking shark, one of the largest fish in the world.

Examples

  • Unlike other sharks, members of Cetorhinus are gentle giants that feed on plankton.

  • Researchers focus on the genus Cetorhinus to learn more about the unique characteristics of basking sharks.

  • Scientists study Cetorhinus to better understand the evolutionary history of filter-feeding sharks.

  • The Cetorhinus is known for its enormous size.

  • Many marine biologists study the Cetorhinus species.

  • The Cetorhinus genus is famous for its role in the marine ecosystem as a filter feeder.

  • Basking sharks belong to the genus Cetorhinus, which is known for their peaceful nature.

Compounds

Cetorhinus maximus
  • Specialized
9.9

A very large harmless shark that swims slowly near the water surface and eats plankton

Surface Forms

Cetorhinus singular
Cetorhinuses plural

Etymology

Cetorhinus breaks into Greek parts ceto- 'whale' or 'sea monster' and -rhinus 'nose', so it literally means 'whale-nosed' and fits the big basking shark that feeds on plankton.