Northern Pike (Noun)
Meaning
Voracious piscivorous pike of waters of northern hemisphere.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The northern pike is an apex predator in its native waters, known for feeding on smaller fish, frogs, and even the occasional muskrat.
- As an invasive species, the northern pike disrupts the native aquatic ecosystems, preying heavily on trout and salmon populations.
- Northern pike is prized by anglers for its aggressive fighting abilities and puts up quite a struggle when hooked.
- The fish has some specific habitat requirements, preferring to reside in shallow waters with abundant weed coverage like its native northern European wetlands.
- Scientists studying the impact of climate change on northern pike populations are concerned that warmer waters may limit their ability to thrive.