prawn killer
The term "prawn killer" refers to certain marine creatures known for their ability to prey on prawns.
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Definition
B2Marine Biology
(scientific, colloquial)A type of marine creature, such as the slipper lobster or mantis shrimp, known for preying on prawns.
Example
- The mantis shrimp is often called a prawn killer due to its aggressive hunting techniques.
- Divers spotted a prawn killer, the Ibacus alticrenatus, near the coral reef.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "prawn killer":
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