genus Alosa
Definition
Noun: - A taxonomic genus of fish: "genus Alosa" is the scientific name for a genus of fish within the family Clupeidae. This genus primarily comprises the true shads.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The genus Alosa includes both anadromous and freshwater species.
- Biologists are studying the migration patterns of fish within the genus Alosa.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic classification: Used in scientific literature to specify this particular group of clupeid fish.
- The fossil record provides insights into the evolution of the genus Alosa.
Variants and Related Words
- Alosa (n): The abbreviated form of the genus name, often used in technical contexts.
- Alosa sapidissima is the American shad.
- Shad (n): The common name for fish species belonging to this genus.
- Shad are an important part of the ecosystem.
Synonyms
- Shad genus: A descriptive synonym referring to the same taxonomic group.
Noun
- shad
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