鮍 (pī) - A type of freshwater fish, specifically referring to

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鮍 · pī

A type of freshwater fish, specifically referring to species in the Rhodeus genus, commonly known as bitterlings.

A type of freshwater fish, specifically referring to

Usage highlights

Bitterling fishCatch bitterlingsBitterling speciesSmall bitterlingBitterling habitat

Synonyms

  • 鳑鲏— bitterling (alternative name)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The pond is home to many bitterlings (鮍鱼).
  • He caught a small bitterling while fishing (钓到一条鮍).
  • Bitterlings are known for their symbiotic relationship with freshwater mussels (鮍与蚌共生).

Collocations

  • Bitterling fish(鮍鱼)
  • Catch bitterlings(捕鮍)
  • Bitterling species(鮍类)
  • Small bitterling(小鮍)
  • Bitterling habitat(鮍的栖息地)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Bitterlings are small freshwater fish found in East Asia, known for their unique reproductive behavior.
  • In some regions, bitterlings are considered indicator species for water quality.
  • The character is relatively rare in modern usage, primarily appearing in biological contexts.

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