Definition

Noun: * Genus Prionace: A taxonomic genus within the family Carcharhinidae. It is a monotypic genus, containing only one recognized living species, Prionace glauca, commonly known as the blue shark. The genus is characterized by slender, streamlined bodies, long pectoral fins, and a distinct blue coloration on the back.

Usage Notes

• The term "genus Prionace" is used primarily in scientific, biological, and zoological contexts when discussing taxonomy, classification, or the specific characteristics that distinguish this group of sharks from other genera.
• It is a formal, Latin-based scientific name and is always italicized in writing. The genus name is capitalized.

Examples

• Scientific Classification:
  • The blue shark is the sole member of genus Prionace.
  • In the taxonomic hierarchy, genus Prionace falls under the family Carcharhinidae.
• Biological Description:
  • Species within genus Prionace are pelagic predators found in temperate and tropical oceans worldwide.
  • The distinctive morphology of genus Prionace aids in its identification.

Advanced Usage

• Monotypic Genus: This term is often used to highlight that contains only one extant species (), which is a key characteristic of this genus.
  • As a monotypic genus, Prionace is defined entirely by the attributes of the blue shark.

Variants and Related Words

• Prionace glauca (n): The full binomial (scientific) name for the blue shark, consisting of the genus name () and the species epithet ().
• Blue shark (n): The common English name for the species that constitutes the genus .
• Carcharhinidae (n): The biological family, known as requiem sharks, to which the genus belongs.

Synonyms

• Prionace (n): Used alone as an abbreviated, informal reference to the genus in scientific discourse. (e.g., )

Noun

1. blue sharks