Cyclopterus lumpus
| Scientific name | Cyclopterus lumpus |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Linnaeus |
| Year of description | 1758 |
| IUCN category | NE |
| Family | Cyclopteridae |
| Genus | Cyclopterus |
Introduction
Cyclopterus lumpus is a salt water fish.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size40 cm
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Maximum size60 cm
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Longevity13 year
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Mimicryrocky bottoms
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Average size40 cm
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Maximum size60 cm
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Longevity13 year
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Mimicryrocky bottoms
How to recognize Cyclopterus lumpus ?
Cyclopterus lumpus measures around 40 cm. The females are more imposing and some specimens can reach 60 cm. This fish is unicolore with a predominantly rouge and gris body.
Sexual dimorphism
The female is bigger than the male.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietcarnivorous
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Sociabilitysolitary
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territorialYes
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Way of livingdiurnal
Cyclopterus lumpus is a fish solitary naturally found near the bottom. This species is carnivorous .
Cyclopterus lumpus is a territorial animal that does not tolerate any incursions into its living area. It is particularly virulent against other territorial species and it can provoke heated fights. Relationships between conspecifics are also hectic, with each seeking to secure its place. In a constant quest for dominance, the dominant males of this species cannot stand each other. The battle between two individuals can be intense and violent. It will result in the submission and sometimes even death of one of the protagonists.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare qui pond sur substrat découvert
Cyclopterus lumpus is a fish ovipare qui pond sur substrat découvert.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature3 - 11 °C
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Depth0 - 868 m
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FlowMedium and Slow
Biotope presentation
Cyclopterus lumpus is most often found at a depth between 0m and 868m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths.
Species of the same biotope
rock goby
Gobiidae
To go further
To read on the web
Sources & Contributions
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Tags
Species of the same biotope
rock goby
Gobiidae
Scientific partners