Eulamellibranchiate

/ˌjuːləˌmɛlɪˈbræŋkiət/ adjective

Definition

Describing a bivalve mollusk that belongs to or exhibits the characteristics of the class Eulamellibranchia, with highly developed efficient gills.

Etymology

Adjective form derived from eulamellibranchia, using the -ate/-iate suffix to create a descriptive form.

Kelly Says

When a biologist describes a creature as eulamellibranchiate, they're telling you that this animal is basically a filtering superstar—those gills are the key to understanding how it survives!

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