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Monodon

Monodon

9.9
A group of whales with teeth that includes the narwhal
  • noun
  • /ˈmɒnədɒn/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Monodon
  • The Monodon is well-known for its long tusk, which can reach lengths of over 10 feet.

Examples

  • The Monodon genus is primarily found in cold waters, where it hunts for squid and fish.

  • Researchers are studying Monodon populations in the Arctic to better understand their migration patterns.

  • One such disease, monodon baclovirus (MBV), virtually wiped out Taiwan's tiger prawn industry and opened lucrative international markets to new competitors, such as Thailand.

    Academic text (1990)

Synonyms

genus Monodon
vsMonodon
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of marine mammals that includes the narwhal

has the same scientific sense and reference as that family genus

Compounds

Monodon monoceros
  • Specialized
9.3

The scientific name of the narwhal, a large Arctic whale whose males have a long spiral tusk

genus Monodon
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of marine mammals that includes the narwhal

Surface Forms

Monodon singular
Monodons plural

Etymology

Monodon comes from Greek parts mono- ('one') and -odon ('tooth'). The narwhal's single long tusk is actually a tooth, so the name Monodon means 'one-tooth' and fits this animal.