menhaden (Meaning)
menhaden (n)
shad-like North American marine fishes used for fish meal and oil and fertilizer
menhaden (n.)
An American marine fish of the Herring familt (Brevoortia tyrannus), chiefly valuable for its oil and as a component of fertilizers; -- called also mossbunker, bony fish, chebog, pogy, hardhead, whitefish, etc.
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menhaden Sentence Examples
- Menhaden, silvery fish abundant in coastal waters, serve as a vital food source for marine predators.
- The decline in menhaden populations has raised concerns about the stability of ocean ecosystems.
- Menhaden fishing plays a significant role in the commercial fishing industry, providing oil for industrial use.
- Menhaden are filter feeders that consume plankton, contributing to the health of coastal waters.
- The menhaden fishery is regulated by quotas to prevent overfishing and ensure the sustainability of the species.
- Menhaden byproducts are used in various industries, including cosmetics and pet food.
- Scientists study menhaden to understand the impacts of climate change on marine ecosystems.
- Menhaden are migratory fish that travel long distances along the coastlines.
- The presence of menhaden indicates healthy and balanced marine habitats.
- Conservation efforts focus on protecting menhaden populations and their critical role in the marine food web.
FAQs About the word menhaden
shad-like North American marine fishes used for fish meal and oil and fertilizerAn American marine fish of the Herring familt (Brevoortia tyrannus), chiefly val
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Menhaden, silvery fish abundant in coastal waters, serve as a vital food source for marine predators.
The decline in menhaden populations has raised concerns about the stability of ocean ecosystems.
Menhaden fishing plays a significant role in the commercial fishing industry, providing oil for industrial use.
Menhaden are filter feeders that consume plankton, contributing to the health of coastal waters.
