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Ictiobus

Ictiobus

9.9
A large fish from North American rivers with a humped back
  • noun
  • /ɪkˈtɪə.bəs/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Ictiobus
  • The largest member of the Ictiobus genus can weigh over 50 pounds.

Examples

  • Species of the genus Ictiobus are important for commercial fishing in North America.

  • Many anglers seek the Ictiobus for its impressive size.

  • Ichthyologists have long studied Ictiobus for their adaptability to various freshwater habitats.

  • The Ictiobus is a fascinating species found in North American rivers.

  • The largest member of the Ictiobus genus can weigh over 50 pounds.

  • Species of the genus Ictiobus are important for commercial fishing in North America.

  • Many anglers seek the Ictiobus for its impressive size.

Synonyms

buffalofish
vsIctiobus
  • Specialized
9.9

A large freshwater fish found in North American rivers and lakes

is identical in meaning but written as two separate words
buffalo fish
vsIctiobus
  • US
8.9

A large fresh water fish with a mouth like a sucker from the Mississippi valley

is the scientific genus name used in biological classification

Compounds

Ictiobus niger
  • Specialized
9.9

A large fish that lives in the lower Mississippi River, often called the black buffalo

Surface Forms

Ictiobus singular
Ictiobuses plural

Etymology

Ictiobus comes from the Greek part ictio- meaning 'fish' and a name ending used for groups of animals. So it literally names a type of fish, which fits these large North American buffalo fishes.