menhaden

[US]/mɛnˈheɪdən/
[UK]/mɛnˈheɪdən/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a type of fish, often used as bait or for fish oil
Word Forms
Pluralmenhadens

Phrases & Collocations

menhaden fishery

menhaden population

menhaden oil

menhaden reduction

menhaden catch

menhaden habitat

menhaden species

menhaden industry

menhaden management

menhaden stocks

Example Sentences

menhaden are important for the ecosystem.

fishermen often catch menhaden for bait.

menhaden are a key food source for larger fish.

menhaden oil is used in various products.

the population of menhaden has fluctuated over the years.

conservation efforts are focused on menhaden stocks.

menhaden play a role in water filtration.

commercial fishing for menhaden is regulated.

menhaden are often processed into fish meal.

research on menhaden helps improve fisheries management.

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