Crotopus

Crotopus

In Greek mythology, Crotopus of Argos was the son of Agenor and father of Psamathe. He succeeded his uncle Iasus as King of Argos upon the latter's death.

Preceded by
Agenor, son of Triopas
King of Argos Succeeded by
Sthenelus

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