Caplin (Noun)
Meaning
Very small northern fish; forage for sea birds and marine mammals and other fishes.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Caplin are a crucial food source for many marine animals in the Arctic ecosystem.
- The seagulls swooped down to feed on the schools of caplin swimming near the surface.
- In the summer months, caplin are a primary food source for many species of whales.
- The fishermen cast their nets into the waters, hoping to catch a large haul of caplin.
- Puffins and other seabirds rely heavily on caplin as a source of nutrition for their young.