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.