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Gobiesox

Gobiesox

9.9
A small fish with a disc on its belly that sticks to rocks
  • noun
  • Specialized
: Gobiesox
  • A Gobiesox can be distinguished by its unique sucker-like disc on its underside.

Examples

  • The Gobiesox genus includes species known for their ability to adhere to rocks and other surfaces.

  • Scientists discovered a new species within the Gobiesox group in Central American mangroves.

  • The Gobiesox species is known for its unique ability to cling to surfaces.

  • Have you ever seen a Gobiesox in the wild?

  • A Gobiesox can be distinguished by its unique sucker-like disc on its underside.

  • Scientists discovered a new species within the Gobiesox group in Central American mangroves.

  • The Gobiesox genus includes species known for their ability to adhere to rocks and other surfaces.

Surface Forms

Gobiesox singular
Gobiesoxes plural

Etymology

Gobiesox mixes gobi ('goby', a small fish) with a second part that looks like -sox and sounds like 'socks'. A helpful way to remember it is to picture a little goby wearing sticky socks that hold it to rocks, because Gobiesox are clingfishes that stick to surfaces.