Daphnia*: Meaning and Definition of

Daph•ni•a

Pronunciation: (daf'nē-u), [key]
— n.
  1. a genus of tiny, freshwater crustaceans having a transparent body, used in biological research and as food for tropical fish. Cf. water flea.
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