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balaenoptera

Pronunciation: [bæleɪnˈɒptərə]

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Learn how to use balaenoptera in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “biology”

(noun) a type of large whale that includes species like the blue whale. These whales are very big and live in the ocean. They spend a lot of time swimming and eating tiny animals called krill.

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The balaenoptera, also known as the fin whale, is the second largest animal on Earth.

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The balaenoptera is not a small animal; it is much larger than any fish.

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What do you know about the feeding habits of balaenoptera whales?

Context: “zoology”

(noun) a genus of whales that includes several large species. These whales are important to the ocean ecosystem and are known for their long bodies and incredible swimming speeds.

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Scientists study balaenoptera to understand more about ocean life.

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We cannot compare a balaenoptera to a land animal because they are very different.

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Which species are included in the balaenoptera genus?

How to pronounce balaenoptera

Pronunciation: [bæleɪnˈɒptərə]

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