Petromyzon Marinus (Noun)
Meaning
Large anadromous lamprey sometimes used as food; destructive of native fish fauna in the Great Lakes.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Petromyzon marinus, also known as the sea lamprey, is a large anadromous lamprey that is sometimes used as food in certain cultures.
- The introduction of petromyzon marinus to the Great Lakes has been particularly destructive of native fish fauna, causing significant declines in populations.
- Petromyzon marinus has been the subject of extensive research and control efforts in the Great Lakes region due to its devastating impact on native fish species.
- In some parts of the world, petromyzon marinus is considered a delicacy and is consumed as a traditional food source.
- Efforts to control the population of petromyzon marinus in the Great Lakes have included the use of barriers, traps, and other control measures to mitigate its impact on native fish fauna.