Isurus paucus
- noun
- Specialized
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Isurus paucus
- The Isurus paucus is known for its unusually long pectoral fins.
Examples
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Unlike its close relative, the shortfin mako, Isurus paucus has a noticeably darker blue coloration.
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Marine biologists study Isurus paucus to track populations of longfin mako sharks.
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The Isurus paucus is known for its speed and agility.
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Many divers are fascinated by the Isurus paucus during their expeditions.
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Marine biologists study Isurus paucus to track populations of longfin mako sharks.
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The Isurus paucus is known for its striking dark blue color and long pectoral fins.
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Divers often encounter the Isurus paucus while exploring deep ocean waters.
Synonyms
A large shark with long side fins and a dark blue back
Surface Forms
Morphology
Isurus + paucus
This is a Latin binomial taxonomic name; even if a learner knows 'Isurus' as a shark genus, the second element 'paucus' is not an English lexical item (and its meaning does not transparently yield ‘longfin mako’ or the species description). Scientific names are convention-based labels rather than compositional English phrases, so the overall meaning cannot be derived from the parts by a B1 learner.
Etymology
Isurus paucus may come from old Greek and Latin words. The first part, Isurus, names this shark group and the second part, paucus, is Latin for 'few', so imagine a long, simple shark with long pectoral fins and few extra marks — that picture helps you remember the 'longfin mako' with its long fins and dark blue color.
