Elvers

/ˈɛlvərz/ noun

Definition

Plural of elver; multiple young eels in the transparent larval stage.

Etymology

Simple plural form of elver, formed by adding the standard English plural suffix '-s'.

Kelly Says

Elvers are worth thousands of pounds on the black market in Asia because they're so prized for aquaculture—some rivers have conservation efforts specifically protecting elvers from poaching.

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