euphausiid

[US]/juːˈfɔːziːɪd/
[UK]/juˈfɔːziːɪd/

Translation

n.a type of small shrimp-like crustacean belonging to the order Euphausiacea
adj.relating to or characteristic of the order Euphausiacea
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

euphausiid species

euphausiid population

euphausiid biomass

euphausiid larvae

euphausiid distribution

euphausiid ecology

euphausiid fisheries

euphausiid diversity

euphausiid studies

euphausiid role

Example Sentences

euphausiids are a vital part of the marine food web.

scientists study euphausiids to understand ocean ecosystems.

the abundance of euphausiids can indicate the health of the ocean.

euphausiids are often found in deep ocean waters.

many fish species depend on euphausiids for food.

researchers are examining the life cycle of euphausiids.

climate change can affect the distribution of euphausiids.

euphausiids play a key role in carbon cycling in the ocean.

the study of euphausiids can help predict fish populations.

some species of euphausiids are bioluminescent.

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