Rhincodontidae (Noun)
Meaning
Small-toothed sharks comprising only one species.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The whale shark is a member of the rhincodontidae family and is known for its immense size despite being relatively low maintenance for aquariums.
- Rhincodontidae is one of the most distinct shark groups and consists solely of the whale shark.
- Scientists have been studying the members of the rhincodontidae family to better understand their migration patterns.
- Conservation efforts have recently focused on protecting the remaining members of the rhincodontidae family in shallow waters.
- Researchers have only been able to classify a single species within the rhincodontidae family, also known as the whale shark or gently giant of the ocean.