zope

Definition

A fish of species Ballerus ballerus (syn. Abramis ballerus) native to Eurasia.

Example Sentences

• "The absolute fecundity of zopes on first maturing (at the age of 5 years) was less than that of those spawning for the second time.[…]On comparison of the fecundity of zopes of the same size and different age the data obtained proved contradictory to some extent."
• "Before catching, more than half zopes, sandres and perches feed actively."