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Polyzoan (Noun)

Meaning

Sessile aquatic animal forming mossy colonies of small polyps each having a curved or circular ridge bearing tentacles; attach to stones or seaweed and reproduce by budding.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • The polyzoan colonies were attached to the underside of the coral reef, filtering small organisms from the water.
  • Polyzoans are often mistaken for seaweed due to their moss-like appearance and ability to form dense colonies.
  • The marine biologist carefully collected samples of the polyzoan colonies that had attached themselves to the shipwreck.
  • In the tidal zone, polyzoans can be found growing on rocks and shells, where they feed on plankton and small invertebrates.
  • The aquarium featured a display of polyzoans, showcasing their unique ability to reproduce by budding and form complex colonies.

Synonyms

  • Moss Animal
  • Bryozoan
  • Sea Moss
  • Sea Mat

Hypernyms

  • Invertebrate
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