Cheilodipterus

/ˌkaɪloʊdɪpˈtɛrəs/ noun

Definition

A genus of small marine fish belonging to the whipnose family, found in deep ocean waters with specialized adaptations for deep-sea life.

Etymology

Scientific Latin name for a genus of fish, combining Greek roots referring to lip and fin structure. Established by ichthyologists studying deep-sea fauna.

Kelly Says

Some species in this genus have evolved lures made of actual light-producing bacteria they farm—they're basically farming tiny organisms to hunt with.

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