Skip to main content
Glite Dictionary
Cyclopterus

Cyclopterus

9.9
A small round sea fish with a sucking disc on its underside
  • noun
  • /saɪˈklɒptərəs/
  • Specialized
: Ciclópturo
  • The genus Cyclopterus includes the common lumpfish found in northern waters.

Examples

  • Scientists studied Cyclopterus to better understand the adhesive organs on their underside.

  • Several species within Cyclopterus display unique parental care behavior among fish.

  • The Cyclopterus is often found in cold waters.

  • Many species of Cyclopterus have unique adaptations.

  • Researchers have classified the Cyclopterus genus based on their distinctive rounded bodies and sucking discs.

  • In their natural habitat, members of the Cyclopterus family are known to cling to rocks using their adhesive organs.

  • The Cyclopterus species are fascinating examples of evolution, showcasing unique features adapted to cold, marine environments.

Compounds

Cyclopterus lumpus
  • Specialized
9.9

A large round northern Atlantic fish with fins joined as a suction cup and eggs sold like caviar

Surface Forms

Cyclopterus singular
Cyclopteruses plural

Etymology

The word Cyclopterus comes from Greek parts cyclo- meaning 'circle' and -pterus meaning 'wing' or 'fin'. So think 'circle-wing' as a memory: it refers to a round lumpfish with wing-like fins and a sucking disc under its belly for holding on to rocks.