scaleworms

[US]/[ˈskeɪlwɜːmz]/
[UK]/[ˈskeɪlwɜːrmz]/

Translation

n., pl.A group of small, worm-like insects covered in scales.
n.small, worm-like insects covered in scales

Phrases & Collocations

find scaleworms

scaleworms eat

scaleworms move

catching scaleworms

scaleworms burrow

scaleworms feeding

Example Sentences

researchers are studying the unique bioluminescence of scaleworms.

the scaleworms thrived in the deep, dark ocean environment.

we collected several scaleworms during the research expedition.

scaleworms use their setae to move across the seafloor.

the diet of scaleworms primarily consists of marine snow.

scientists observed scaleworms aggregating near hydrothermal vents.

scaleworms are an important part of the deep-sea ecosystem.

the scaleworms' segmented bodies allow for flexible movement.

we analyzed the scaleworms' gut contents to understand their feeding habits.

the abundance of scaleworms varied across different sampling sites.

scaleworms exhibit a remarkable adaptation to high-pressure environments.

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