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Brosmius

Brosmius

9.9
A North Atlantic fish like a cod with a long body and one fin on its back
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The Brosmius is commonly found along rocky bottoms in the cold waters of the North Atlantic.

Examples

  • Marine biologists study the Brosmius to better understand its role in Atlantic ecosystems.

  • Many fishermen target Brosmius during the winter months.

  • Fishermen reported a record catch of Brosmius this season due to favorable conditions.

  • The Brosmius is often found in deep waters.

  • Fishermen reported a record catch of Brosmius this season due to favorable conditions.

  • Marine biologists study the Brosmius to better understand its role in Atlantic ecosystems.

  • The Brosmius is commonly found along rocky bottoms in the cold waters of the North Atlantic.

Synonyms

Brosme brosme
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  • Specialized
9.9

A large sea fish like a cod, with firm mild flesh

is the common name rather than the formal Latin label
cusk
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  • UK
9.9

A large sea fish from northern coasts with a long body and a small chin whisker related to cod

is the specific North Atlantic species in the cod family with one dorsal fin

Surface Forms

Brosmius singular
Brosmiuses plural

Etymology

Brosmius comes from the older local name Brosme, a name used by fishermen that was later turned into a Latin-style scientific name. So Brosmius simply names the North Atlantic cusk, the long-bodied fish fishermen and scientists study.