Vocabulary Entry

glochidium

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noun

A larval stage of certain freshwater mollusks, such as mussels, that is typically parasitic on the gills or fins of fish.

Example Sentences

"The glochidium attaches itself to the fish to complete its development."

"Researchers studied the lifecycle of the glochidium to better understand mussel reproduction."

"The survival of the glochidium depends on finding a suitable host fish."