The Genus Cyclopterus is a group of fish commonly known as lumpfishes. The word "genus" refers to a category in biological classification that includes organisms that are similar in certain characteristics. Some common synonyms for the Genus Cyclopterus include the family Cyclopteridae and the order Scorpaeniformes. Within this genus, there are several species of lumpfishes, each with their own unique characteristics and habitats. Some of these species include the Atlantic lumpfish, the Pacific spiny lumpsucker, and the northern sea snail. While they may go by different names, all of these organisms are part of the same taxonomic group, the Genus Cyclopterus.