| 单词 | pearl oyster |
| 例句 | Light filtered down through the water to the bed where the frilly pearl oysters lay fastened to the rub- bly bottom, a bottom strewn with shells of broken, opened oysters. The Pearl 1947-01-01T00:00:00Z A one-shouldered dress included crystals, silver beads and pearl oyster mushroom embroidery on an invisible tulle base. Sarah Burton brings house of Alexander McQueen to New York 2022-03-15T04:00:00Z Grow pearl oyster mushrooms indoors or upgrade to a variety pack. The ultimate holiday gift guide for 2020 Grow pearl oyster mushrooms indoors or upgrade to a variety pack. The ultimate holiday gift guide for 2020 But the project has faced scrutiny since 2017, when China’s central environmental inspection team found it had damaged coral reefs and endangered the habitat of pearl oysters, a protected species. China Evergrande’s $300 billion cash crunch is deepened by demolition order 2022-01-04T05:00:00Z Vacationers are offered educational boat rides through the fierce ocean currents that swirl above the pearl oyster banks. For Australia’s Pearl Farmers, the Wild Is Their Oyster 2016-11-12T05:00:00Z Also found among the burials were the shells of Pinctadamaxima, a species of pearl oyster. Dig offers clues about Guam’s ancient residents 2015-09-13T04:00:00Z More than 1,000 retailers nationwide carry their grow-your-own mushroom kits—pearl oyster mushroom spore packed in recycled coffee grounds from the ubiquitous West Coast coffee house Peets Coffee and Tea. It's Gourmet Food! Or, uh, Recycled Waste. Or Maybe Both. 2012-06-28T09:02:06Z He’s one of those scientific wretches who is on the watchout for pearl oysters. The Independence Day Horror at Killsbury 2012-04-20T02:00:07.610Z A genus of marine bivalves, having a pearly interior, allied to the pearl oyster; Ð so called from a supposed resemblance of the typical species to a bird. Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (2nd 100 Pages) 2012-03-24T02:00:19.387Z The natives of Gambier, accustomed to dive, use to bring up the pearl oysters from a depth of from 150 to 180 feet. Narrative of the Circumnavigation of the Globe by the Austrian Frigate Novara, Volume III (Commodore B. Von Wullerstorf-Urbair,) Undertaken by Order of the Imperial Government in the Years 1857, 1858, & 1859, Under the Immediate Auspices of His I. and R. Highness the Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian, Commander-In-Chief of the Austrian Navy. 2012-01-04T03:00:31.713Z The Chinese especially are adepts at placing certain small bodies, specially prepared, in the shells of the pearl oyster, which, after a short time, becomes coated with mother-of-pearl, or nacre. Narrative of the Circumnavigation of the Globe by the Austrian Frigate Novara, Volume I (Commodore B. Von Wullerstorf-Urbair,) Undertaken by Order of the Imperial Government in the Years 1857, 1858, & 1859, Under the Immediate Auspices of His I. and R. Highness the Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian, Commander-In-Chief of the Austrian Navy. 2012-01-02T03:00:25.873Z Kits are also available for pearl oyster, enokitake and nameko mushrooms. Green Blog: A Wish List for Cooks, Bug Lovers and the Well-Shod 2011-12-07T12:35:50Z He waded in, and in five minutes had thrown on shore at least a hundred pearl oysters. Annie o' the Banks o' Dee 2011-09-12T02:00:26.230Z The pearl oyster was here in great plenty: they are flatter than other oysters, are slimy, and taste copperish if eaten raw, but were thought good when boiled. History of the Buccaneers of America 2011-08-19T02:00:13.187Z Upon the mud banks, and under the mangroves, were innumerable oysters of various kinds, and among others the hammer oyster, with a large proportion of small pearl oysters. Narrative of the Voyages Round the World, Performed by Captain James Cook : with an Account of His Life During the Previous and Intervening Periods 2011-01-12T03:00:35.190Z In consequence of his report, a marine laboratory for the culture of the pearl oysters was established in Galle harbour under the care of Mr Hornell. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 7 "Cerargyrite" to "Charing Cross" The fisheries include trepang, turtle and pearl oysters. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 5 "Cat" to "Celt" In addition to the pearl oysters, all sorts of curious marine animals, sea-slugs, black, greasy, and hideous polypi, together with beautiful variegated shells, come up in the diver's net. The Pearl of India Dampier says, 'Why they are called the Pearl Islands I cannot imagine, for I did never see one pearl oyster about them, but of other oysters many. History of the Buccaneers of America 2011-08-19T02:00:13.187Z The famous Pearl islands of the Gulf of Panama are claimed by Colombia, and their pearl oyster fisheries are considered a rentable asset by the government. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 6 "Cockaigne" to "Columbus, Christopher" This, then, was Pearl Island, as the New Englanders had named it; and here it was that the bed of pearl oysters of fabulous richness was to be found. Adrift on the Pacific A Boys [sic] Story of the Sea and its Perils The Cacique immediately dispatched forty canoes down the river to fish during the night for pearl oysters. Ferdinand De Soto, The Discoverer of the Mississippi American Pioneers and Patriots The greatest depth at which the pearl oyster can be secured by the divers is thirteen fathoms. The Pearl of India Therefore I will construct for thee this tomb as a pearl oyster shell, Or shell of the purple dye, or bud on a thorny brier. Byzantine Churches in Constantinople Their History and Architecture Some were spotted like butterflies, others like the expanded tail of the peacock, and again some had half circles of alternate colors like the eyes in a pearl oyster. Due West or Round the World in Ten Months In the pearl oysters of Ceylon occur some of the best pearls. Insects and Diseases A Popular Account of the Way in Which Insects may Spread or Cause some of our Common Diseases The rivers in the vicinity of Chiaha seem to have abounded with pearl oysters, and large numbers of beautiful pearls were obtained. Ferdinand De Soto, The Discoverer of the Mississippi American Pioneers and Patriots At this writing, there is a scarcity of pearl oysters at the old beds, both in the Gulf of Manaar and off the northeast coast. The Pearl of India In order to bring about this result the Japanese, who originated the present commercial product, but who probably borrowed the original idea from the Chinese, call to their assistance the pearl oyster itself. A Text-Book of Precious Stones for Jewelers and the Gem-Loving Public The Baron throws some money to a man in the schooner, and soon three or four pearl oysters are tossed into our boat. Under the Southern Cross He found pearl oysters along the shore, and although no splendid cities as yet appeared, he did not doubt that he had reached Cipango. The Discovery of America Vol. 1 (of 2) with some account of Ancient America and the Spanish Conquest She proved to be the Velocipede, an English vessel, trading to Sooloo for pearl oysters. Borneo and the Indian Archipelago with drawings of costume and scenery Some of the poorest of the natives eat the pearl oyster, but it is neither palatable nor wholesome. The Pearl of India Numbers of bivalves were found there, especially small pearl oysters. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Their eyes were large pearl oysters, with a black mark fixed in the centre; while their mouths were marked with double rows of dogs’ fangs. Captain Cook His Life, Voyages, and Discoveries The pearl oysters are brought up in bags by divers. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 19 — Travel and Adventure This bay, on the west coast of Ceylon, is the busy scene of one of the world’s great fisheries of the pearl oyster. Under the Waves Diving in Deep Waters Sometimes one of these pearl oysters will contain two or three valuable pearls, then a score or more may be opened containing none. The Pearl of India The spot at once suggested itself to Barry as being a suitable place for "rotting out," i.e., allowing the pearl oysters to be exposed to the sun till they opened and could be cleaned. Edward Barry South Sea Pearler Their eyes were made of large pearl oysters, with a black nut fixed in the centre of each; double rows of dogs’ teeth ornamented their mouths, and their features were strangely distorted. The Cannibal Islands Captain Cook's Adventure in the South Seas The magical properties of the cowry came to be acquired by other Red Sea shells, such as Pterocera, the pearl oyster, conch shells, and others. The Evolution of the Dragon The pearl oyster is found in all the waters from Ras Mussendom to the head of the Gulf, but on the Persian side there are no known banks of value. Southern Arabia The oysters were undoubtedly pearl oysters; and the millions of shells that lay at our feet doubtless contained gems enough to make us all rich for the remainder of our days! Overdue The Story of a Missing Ship The coast fisheries are important, and valuable pearls are produced from the pearl oysters here. Mexico Its Ancient and Modern Civilisation, History, Political Conditions, Topography, Natural Resources, Industries and General Development Pearl buttons are made from pearl oyster shells obtained from various parts of the world, and after being cut out by tubular drills are shaped and polished by machinery. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Part 4 "Bulgaria" to "Calgary" Some blaze with yellow, as if of gold; others exhibit the brilliancy of the ruby; while others resemble the interior of the pearl oyster shell. Scientific American, Volume XXXVI., No. 8, February 24, 1877 A Weekly Journal of Practical Information, Art, Science, Mechanics, Chemistry, and Manufactures. Vast quantities of pearl oysters were brought to the surface, and these Mr. Gibney stewed personally in a great iron pot on the beach. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates No; the beautiful substance so much used for inlaying boxes, and for ornamental knife-handles, &c., is produced from the shell, not of the pearl oyster, but of another sea-fish of the oyster kind. A Catechism of Familiar Things; Their History, and the Events Which Led to Their Discovery. With a Short Explanation of Some of the Principal Natural Phenomena. For the Use of Schools and Families. Enlarged and Revised Edition. The centre of the collar is further ornamented with the shells of the pearl oyster. History of the Expedition under the Command of Captains Lewis and Clark, Vol. I. To the Sources of the Missouri, Thence Across the Rocky Mountains and Down the River Columbia to the Pacific Ocean. Performed During the Years 1804-5-6. The dugong is found in large numbers in Hervey's Bay, from which the famed oil is manufactured, also the pearl oyster. A Source Book of Australian History Tossed about were pearl oyster shells, husks of cocoa-nuts, empty casks, and cases. Mardi: and A Voyage Thither, Vol. I In wading only to the middle, we could reach large pearl oysters with our hands, which at first pleased us much; but we found them as tough as leather, and quite unpalatable. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 10 Arranged in systematic order: Forming a complete history of the origin and progress of navigation, discovery, and commerce, by sea and land, from the earliest ages to the present time. Meanwhile he understood the caciques had nets near the coasts where they fished for pearl oysters. De Orbe Novo, Volume 1 (of 2) The Eight Decades of Peter Martyr D'Anghera There was at first such abundance of pearl oysters, that at one time the royal fifth amounted to 15,000 ducats yearly. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 03 Arranged in Systematic Order: Forming a Complete History of the Origin and Progress of Navigation, Discovery, and Commerce, by Sea and Land, from the Earliest Ages to the Present Time These were the pearl oysters, already mentioned, which had been hastening to dissolution and decomposition, by the heat of the hold. Afloat and Ashore A Sea Tale Their faces were full of expression; and their mouths were full of fine teeth; so that the parting of their lips, was as the opening of pearl oysters. Mardi: and A Voyage Thither, Vol. I There are also abundance of pearl oysters, fixed to loose rocks by their beards, four, five, and six fathoms under water. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 10 Arranged in systematic order: Forming a complete history of the origin and progress of navigation, discovery, and commerce, by sea and land, from the earliest ages to the present time. Neither would admit that pearl oysters moved after they were once formed. De Orbe Novo, Volume 1 (of 2) The Eight Decades of Peter Martyr D'Anghera Among the fixed molluscs are what is known as the winged shells, to which the "pearl oysters" belong. Tropic Days That they were the pearl oysters, I knew immediately; and beckoning to Neb, the fellow soon had them snug in a basket, and put away in a place of security. Afloat and Ashore A Sea Tale The government employed a naturalist to study the habits of the pearl oyster. Round the World Robert showed him the fruits, woods, and shells, and the pink coral, and bade him observe that the boat was ballasted with pearl oysters. Foul Play The matrix of these pearl oysters may be compared to the organ in which hens form their numerous eggs. De Orbe Novo, Volume 1 (of 2) The Eight Decades of Peter Martyr D'Anghera Near seven o'clock we finally surveyed the bank of shellfish, where pearl oysters reproduce by the millions. Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea Sometimes pearl oysters have been found growing in small colonies upon rocks, but they are not prized. De Orbe Novo, Volume 1 (of 2) The Eight Decades of Peter Martyr D'Anghera The pearl oyster is a large, round bivalve, sometimes twelve inches in diameter. Round the World We also gathered in a few sea cucumbers, some pearl oysters, and a dozen small turtles that we saved for the ship's pantry. Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea The pearl oysters in the profoundest depths of the sea consequently have time to grow, and the larger and older the shell becomes, the larger the pearls they harbour, though in number they are few. De Orbe Novo, Volume 1 (of 2) The Eight Decades of Peter Martyr D'Anghera I believe the average time underwater that these fishermen can tolerate is thirty seconds, during which they hastily stuff their little nets with all the pearl oysters they can tear loose. Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea |
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