pearl-fish (Meaning)
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pearl-fish (n)
found living within the alimentary canals of e.g. sea cucumbers or between the shells of pearl oysters in or near shallow seagrass beds
Synonyms & Antonyms of pearl-fish
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pearl-fish Sentence Examples
- The pearl-fish adroitly weaves through the labyrinthine corridors of the oyster's shell.
- Its iridescent scales gleam like a million tiny pearls, camouflaging it from predators.
- The pearl-fish and the oyster have developed a remarkable symbiotic relationship.
- The fish protects the oyster from parasites, while the oyster provides shelter and nourishment.
- The pearl-fish's ability to clean the oyster's gills helps maintain the oyster's health.
- Scientists believe that pearl-fish may have played a role in the formation of natural pearls.
- Traditional Chinese medicine uses pearl-fish extracts for their purported medicinal properties.
- In ancient Japan, pearl-fish were considered a symbol of purity and good fortune.
- A school of pearl-fish darting through the water resembles a shimmering underwater ballet.
- The delicate nature of pearl-fish makes them vulnerable to habitat loss and pollution.
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found living within the alimentary canals of e.g. sea cucumbers or between the shells of pearl oysters in or near shallow seagrass beds
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The pearl-fish adroitly weaves through the labyrinthine corridors of the oyster's shell.
Its iridescent scales gleam like a million tiny pearls, camouflaging it from predators.
The pearl-fish and the oyster have developed a remarkable symbiotic relationship.
The fish protects the oyster from parasites, while the oyster provides shelter and nourishment.
