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Zoarces

Zoarces

9.9
A group of sea fish called eelpouts that live in cold water
  • noun
  • /ˈzoʊɑrsiːz/
  • Specialized
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  • A member of the Zoarces genus, the viviparous eelpout, gives live birth rather than laying eggs.

Examples

  • Researchers have studied Zoarces to understand adaptations to cold water.

  • The genus Zoarces includes several species found in northern marine environments.

  • The Zoarces species are often found in cold waters.

  • Many fishermen target Zoarces for their unique flavor.

  • The genus Zoarces is known for its unique adaptations to the harsh conditions of deep-sea environments.

  • Scientists have classified over twenty species within the Zoarces genus, each found in diverse marine habitats.

  • Because of their distinctive characteristics, the Zoarces fish are an important subject of study in marine biology.

Compounds

Zoarces viviparus
  • Specialized
9.9

A fish from northern Europe that gives birth to live young

Surface Forms

Zoarces singular
Zoarceses plural

Etymology

Zoarces likely comes from the Greek root zoa, which means 'life' or 'animal' and is the same root as zoo. A helpful way to remember it is that some Zoarces species give live young instead of eggs, so the name links to 'living' birth.