Viviparous fish – Fish who give birth to live young. Unlike those of ovoviviparous fish, the developing embryos receive nourishment from the mother.
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VHF radio – VHF (Very high frequency) radios are those used in the marine environment for ship to ship and ship to shore communication. They generally have a line of…
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Venting – using a hollow needle to release excess gas from a fish caught in deep water to improve its prospects of survival. A legal requirement for reef fish in…
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Velvet swimming crab – A small crab normally found below the low water mark. Has paddle shaped rear legs and a velvety texture to its carapace.