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Last updated on 05/07/2026 at 10:15 PM
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nekton
Définition
Aquatic animals that can actively swim and move independently of water currents.
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necton
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Neptune ball
Définition
A fibrous ball formed from seagrass fragments, rolled and compacted by water, often found on Mediterranean beaches.
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pelote de mer
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Eponge tonneau (Xestospongia muta)
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