Roughback sculpin
📖 Overview
Facultative air-breathing in the genus ; Commonly found on sand bottom, also on mud bottom. Occurs in intertidal areas and up to 142 m depth . Feeds on shrimps and other crustaceans . Aquarium observations indicate that this is nocturnal .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 10 - 11; Dorsal soft rays (total): 14 - 17; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 14 - 17. Caudal fin large, barely rounded. Pelvic fins small.: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Roughback sculpin is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 0 - 142 m , usually ? - 73 m . Subtropical; 55°N -
🌿 Ecology
shrimps and other crustaceans (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Roughback sculpin is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Roughback sculpin is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Roughback sculpin has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔬 Full Nutritional Profile
Per 100g - Raw, per 100g - Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (generic fish average)
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artedius pugetensis | Steindachner | 1876 | Synonym |
| Chitinotus pugetensis | Steindachner | 1876 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 17 records indexed .
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