Lynceus

mythical brother of Ida, son of Aphareus
Person mythological_greek_character Q1124866
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Lynceus

Summary

Lynceus is a mythological Greek character[1]. He draws 18 Wikipedia views per month (mythological_greek_character category, ranking #252 of 1,333).[2]

Key Facts

  • Lynceus is buried at Tomb of Idas and Lynkeas at Sparta near Skias[3].
  • Lynceus's father was Aphareus[4].
  • Lynceus's mother was Arene[5].
  • Lynceus was a member of Argonauts[6].
  • Lynceus is recorded as male[7].
  • Lynceus's instance of is recorded as mythological Greek character[8].
  • Lynceus is part of Apharetidae[9].
  • Lynceus's unmarried partner is recorded as Helen of Troy[10].
  • Lynceus's described by source is recorded as Pauly–Wissowa[11].
  • Lynceus's different from is recorded as Linkeus[12].
  • Lynceus's sibling is recorded as Idas[13].

Body

Origins and Family

Lynceus's father was Aphareus[4]. His mother was Arene[5].

Death and Burial

Burial took place at Tomb of Idas and Lynkeas at Sparta near Skias[3].

Why It Matters

Lynceus draws 18 Wikipedia views per month (mythological_greek_character category, ranking #252 of 1,333).[2] He has Wikipedia articles in 15 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[14]

FAQs

Who were Lynceus's parents?

Lynceus's father was Aphareus[4]. Lynceus's mother was Arene[5].

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  1. 24d ago · JBradyK · 2026-05-10 view diff on Wikidata ↗
    Sex or gender male
    Place of burial Tomb of Idas and Lynkeas at Sparta near Skias
    Aliases
    Significant place Q13580795
    + 12 other properties edited (see Wikidata diff for full list)
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