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amphipod

noun (an amphipod, amphipods)

«amphipod» in the English dictionary: everyday — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

An amphipod is a small shrimp-like animal with no shell on its back, such as the sand hopper found on beaches. tree →

In the lessons

In science lessons on minibeasts, rock pools and food chains it is a common invertebrate. Phrases: freshwater amphipod, sand hoppers.

Examples

Sand hoppers are amphipods that jump on the beach. tree →
Amphipods are food for fish and birds. tree →
We found amphipods under stones in the stream. tree →
Amphipods are crustaceans, like crabs and shrimps. tree →
Some amphipods live in the deepest ocean trenches. tree →
Our pond dip found tiny amphipods. tree →

Note

Countable. From Greek amphi (both kinds) + pod (foot). Related groups: isopods (woodlice), decapods (crabs).

On Mova

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