Genus Rhinoptera (Noun)
Meaning
A genus of Myliobatidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Rhinoptera is a group of cownose rays within the family Myliobatidae, commonly found in tropical and subtropical waters.
- Rhinoptera bonasus, a species within the genus Rhinoptera, is known for its distinctive cownose-shaped head.
- Researchers have identified several species within the genus Rhinoptera, each with unique characteristics and adaptations.
- The genus Rhinoptera is characterized by its members' ability to form large schools and migrate long distances.
- Members of the genus Rhinoptera are often targeted by commercial fisheries due to their valuable meat and fins.