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Rhincodon

Rhincodon

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A very large shark that eats tiny animals by filtering water
  • noun
  • /rɪŋˈkɒdən/
  • Specialized
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  • The Rhincodon is recognized as the sole genus of whale sharks in the family Rhincodontidae.

Examples

  • Scientists study the migratory patterns of Rhincodon to better understand these gentle giants.

  • The Rhincodon is known to be the largest fish in the ocean, often reaching lengths of over 40 feet.

  • A single Rhincodon can filter thousands of liters of water every hour while feeding.

  • The Rhincodon is known for its enormous size.

  • Many divers dream of swimming with a Rhincodon.

  • Many marine biologists are fascinated by the feeding habits of the Rhincodon, which primarily eats plankton.

  • During the summer months, large numbers of Rhincodon can be spotted near coastal waters, attracting numerous tourists.

Synonyms

genus Rhincodon
vsRhincodon
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of large sharks that has only the whale shark, the largest living fish

is the same but presented as the name alone without the word genus

Compounds

genus Rhincodon
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of large sharks that has only the whale shark, the largest living fish

Rhincodon typus
  • Specialized
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A very large, slow shark with spots that eats tiny sea animals near the sea surface

Surface Forms

Rhincodon singular
Rhincodons plural

Etymology

Rhincodon comes from Greek parts rhinc- 'snout', as in rhinoceros, and -odon 'tooth'. So think 'snout-tooth' to remember the name points to the whale shark's very large mouth and many small teeth, and that's why Rhincodon is the genus of the giant filter-feeding whale shark.