Pronunciation: [sɛpˈə͡ʊlə] (IPA) 
The word "Cepola" (pronounced /ˈsɛpələ/) is a genus of fish in the family Congridae, which includes around 50 species. The spelling of the word "Cepola" is based on the Latin name for the fish. The "ce" is pronounced like "seh," while the "p" is pronounced like "puh." The "o" is pronounced like "oh," and the "l" is pronounced like "luh." When pronounced correctly, "Cepola" should sound like "seh-puh-luh."
Cepola is a noun that refers to a genus of fish belonging to the family Cepolidae. It is a type of marine fish that typically inhabits deep-sea or coastal waters. The name "Cepola" is derived from the Greek word "kephale," which means head, and "pola," which means many, possibly referring to the elongated shape of the fish's body.
Cepola species are characterized by their slender and elongated body, which tapers towards the tail. They have a relatively small mouth, long dorsal fin, and a single continuous fin on their back. These fish have a scaleless body covered in a slimy mucus layer, giving them a smooth and slippery texture.
Cepola are typically found in sandy or muddy seabeds, often burying themselves partially in the sediment. They are known to be opportunistic predators, feeding on various small invertebrates such as worms, crustaceans, and small fish. Due to their elongated body shape, Cepola species are highly maneuverable, allowing them to swiftly navigate through the water column and capture prey.
Some Cepola species are of interest to fisheries due to their commercial value as food fish. They are often caught using bottom trawls, gillnets, or other fishing gears that target demersal or benthic species. However, the sustainability of these fisheries is an ongoing concern, as overfishing and habitat destruction can negatively impact Cepola populations and their ecosystems.
