Kogia

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Definition

Noun: 1. A genus of small toothed whales: Kogia is the genus name for two species of small cetaceans commonly known as the pygmy sperm whale and the dwarf sperm whale. These are relatively small, deep-diving whales found in temperate and tropical oceans worldwide.

Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The kogia is distinguished by its shark-like head and small size.
    • Marine biologists are studying the feeding habits of the kogia.
Advanced Usage
  • In taxonomic context: The word is primarily used in scientific, zoological, or marine biology contexts when referring to the genus classification.
    • The genus Kogia falls within the family Kogiidae.
Variants and Related Words
  • Kogiidae (n): The family name that includes the genus .
  • Pygmy sperm whale (n): The common name for .
  • Dwarf sperm whale (n): The common name for .
Synonyms
  • Pygmy sperm whale (for )
  • Dwarf sperm whale (for )
Related Phrases
  • Kogia species: Refers to the members of the genus collectively.
    • All Kogia species have a spermaceti organ.
Noun
  1. pygmy sperm whales

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