Caprella

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A genus of marine amphipods: "Caprella" is the scientific genus name for a group of small, slender crustaceans commonly known as skeleton shrimp. They are characterized by their elongated, stick-like bodies and are typically found clinging to marine vegetation, hydroids, or bryozoans.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The biologist studied the Caprella clinging to the seaweed.
    • Several species of Caprella were identified in the tidal pool sample.
Advanced Usage
  • In scientific taxonomy: The word "Caprella" is always capitalized as it is a proper noun referring to a genus. It is often followed by a species name to identify a specific type.
    • The specimen was classified as Caprella linearis.
Variants and Related Words
  • Caprellid (n): A member of the family Caprellidae, which includes the genus and related genera of skeleton shrimp.
    • The caprellid amphipods are fascinating subjects for marine ecology.
Synonyms
  • Skeleton shrimp: The common name for amphipods in the genus and related genera.
  • Ghost shrimp (Note: This common name can refer to other crustaceans and is less precise).
Different Meanings
  • This word has no other common meanings outside of its specific use as a scientific genus name in marine biology. It is not to be confused with similar-sounding common words.
Noun
  1. skeleton shrimp

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