noun
- a fish that attaches itself to other fish or objects using a suction disk, especially a remora
Usage: marine biology
Examples
- The suckfish attached itself to the shark’s belly.
- Marine biologists studied the relationship between suckfish and their hosts.
- A small suckfish was found clinging to the whale’s side.
- The remora is the most well-known type of suckfish.
- Divers often see suckfish riding on larger marine animals.
- The suckfish uses its specialized disk to maintain its grip.