Galeocerdo (Noun)
Meaning
Tiger sharks.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Galeocerdo is a genus of requiem sharks known commonly as tiger sharks.
- Galeocerdo cuvier is the scientific name for the tiger shark species found in tropical and subtropical waters.
- There are only two species currently recognized in the galeocerdo genus, the tiger shark and the extinct Galeocerdo eaglesomei.
- Research on galeocerdo has shown they play a vital role in their ecosystems by controlling prey populations.
- Scientists study galeocerdo to understand their migration patterns and habitat usage.