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clasper gaff — the hook like structure on the inside of the clasper. Derived from denticles, e.g. in Squalus … Dictionary of ichthyology
clasper — Appendage, including antenna, modified for holding female during copulation; or an organ for fixation in parasites [McLaughlin, 1980]. Appendage, including antenna, that serves for attachment in copulation or as organ for fixation in parasites… … Crustacea glossary
clasper — n. someone or something which clasps; clasp, hook … English contemporary dictionary
myxopterygium — (plural myxopterygia)) the copulatory organ or clasper of Elasmobranchii and Holocephali; rod like extensions of the inner side of the pelvic fins. It is composed of the long stem cartilage, a shorter distal cartilage, the dorsal terminal… … Dictionary of ichthyology
fish — fishless, adj. /fish/, n., pl. (esp. collectively) fish, (esp. referring to two or more kinds or species) fishes, v. n. 1. any of various cold blooded, aquatic vertebrates, having gills, commonly fins, and typically an elongated body covered with … Universalium
Coarse fishing — is a term used in the United Kingdom and Ireland for angling for coarse fish, which are those types of freshwater fish other than game fish (trout, salmon and char). The sport and the techniques used are particularly popular in the United Kingdom … Wikipedia
Caterpillar — Caterpillars are the larval form of a member of the order Lepidoptera (the insect order comprising butterflies and moths). They are mostly phytophagous in food habit, with some species being entomophagous. Caterpillars are voracious feeders and… … Wikipedia
Flathead mullet — (Striped Mullet) Flathead Mullet (Striped Mullet), Mugil cephalus Conservation status … Wikipedia
Spawn (biology) — The spawn (eggs) of a clownfish. The black spots are the eyes developing. Spawn refers to the eggs and sperm released or deposited, usually into water, by aquatic animals. As a verb, spawn refers to the process of releasing the eggs and sperm,… … Wikipedia
clasp — [klasp, kläsp] n. [ME claspe, clapse; ? akin to OE clyppan, clasp: see CLIP2] 1. a fastening, as a hook, buckle, or catch, to hold two things or parts together 2. the act of holding or grasping; embrace 3. a grip of the hand 4. a metal bar… … English World dictionary
