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  1. Clupea, genus Clupeanoun

    type genus of the Clupeidae: typical herrings

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  1. Clupea

    Clupea is genus of planktivorous bony fish belonging to the family Clupeidae, commonly known as herrings. They are found in the shallow, temperate waters of the North Pacific and the North Atlantic oceans, including the Baltic Sea. Two main species of Clupea are currently recognized: the Atlantic herring (Clupea harengus) and the Pacific herring (Clupea pallasii), which have each been divided into subspecies. Herrings are forage fish moving in vast schools, coming in spring to the shores of Europe and America, where they form important commercial fisheries.

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  1. clupea

    Clupea is a genus of fish in the family Clupeidae, which includes species like herrings and sprats. These fish are typically found in marine environments, but some species can also be found in freshwater. The genus is characterized by features like their silvery scales, streamlined bodies, and a single dorsal fin. The fish in this genus are often commercially important, being used for food and oil.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of clupea in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of clupea in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

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