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amphiprion

 

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Noun amphiprion has 1 sense
  1. Amphiprion, genus Amphiprion - damsel fishes
    --1 is a kind of fish genus
    --1 is a member of Pomacentridae, family Pomacentridae
    --1 has members: anemone fish; clown anemone fish, Amphiprion percula

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Amphiprion

Description:

Amphiprion is a genus of colorful marine fish commonly known as clownfish. These small fish are primarily found in the shallow reefs of the Pacific and Indian Oceans. They are known for their striking colors and symbiotic relationship with anemones.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun - A type of fish belonging to the genus Amphiprion.

Example: The amphiprion gracefully swam through the coral reef.

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Sense 2:

Noun - The clownfish or any similar colorful fish popular in home aquariums.

Example: I just bought a beautiful amphiprion for my saltwater tank.

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Sense 3:

Adjective - Relating to or characteristic of the amphiprion fish.

Example: The amphiprion breeding behavior is quite fascinating.

Sense 4:

Adjective - Pertaining to the genus Amphiprion or its members found only in specific local regions.

Example: The amphiprion species endemic to the Great Barrier Reef are highly sought after by fish enthusiasts.

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