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cyclopteridae

/ˌsaɪ.klɒpˈtɛr.ɪ.diː/

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noun

/ˌsaɪ.klɒpˈtɛr.ɪ.diː/C2formalscientific
  • ruНаучное название семейства морских рыб, известных как круглопёры или пинагоры, характеризующихся округлым телом и присоской на брюхе.

A scientific noun referring to a family of marine fish commonly known as lumpfishes, characterized by a rounded body and a suction disc on the belly.

proper noun

  1. LumpfishesC2formalscientific

    A family of marine fish known for their rounded, lumpy bodies and pelvic fins modified into a suction disc.

    ruКруглопёрые

    • The Cyclopteridae family includes species like the lumpfish and the Atlantic spiny lumpsucker.
    • Cyclopteridae are often found in cold, northern waters.
    • The suction disc of Cyclopteridae allows them to attach to rocks and seaweed.
Forms
  • cyclopteridae plural form
  • cyclopteridae' possessive plural form
  • cyclopteridae's possessive singular form