Definition

Noun: * A species of large, anadromous sturgeon: Acipenser huso is the scientific name for the beluga sturgeon, a very large fish native to the Black Sea, Caspian Sea, and Sea of Azov basins. It is known for producing the most prized caviar (beluga caviar) and for its swim bladder, which is used to make isinglass.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Acipenser huso is one of the largest freshwater fish in the world.
  • The population of Acipenser huso has declined drastically due to overfishing and habitat loss.
  • Conservationists are working to protect the remaining Acipenser huso in the Caspian Sea.

Advanced Usage

• In scientific and commercial contexts: The term is primarily used in formal, scientific, and legal/commercial contexts (e.g., fisheries management, CITES trade regulations) to specify this particular species of sturgeon.
  • The international trade of products from Acipenser huso is strictly regulated.

Variants and Related Words

• Beluga (sturgeon): The common name for . Note: This is distinct from the beluga whale ().
  • The beluga, or Acipenser huso, can live for over 100 years.
• Huso huso: A former or alternative scientific synonym for .
• Sturgeon (n): The common name for the family (Acipenseridae) to which belongs.

Synonyms

• Beluga sturgeon: The most common English synonym.
• Great sturgeon: Another descriptive name.

Related Terms and Phrases

• Beluga caviar: The eggs (roe) of the , considered a luxury food.
  • True beluga caviar comes only from the Acipenser huso.
• Isinglass: A substance derived from the dried swim bladders of fish, including , historically used for clarifying beer and wine.
  • High-quality isinglass was once made from the swim bladder of Acipenser huso.

Noun

1. valuable source of caviar and isinglass; found in Black and Caspian seas