Cyclopterus lumpus

Various fishes

Lumpfish
Lump
Snotolf
Lompe
Lumpo
Ciclottero

Distribution

The temperate Atlantic

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally motionless in its environment
The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
The species can be found between 1 and 860 Meters.
Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 60 cm
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : - - Sea worms - Fishes

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food