Deepwater sculpin
📖 Overview
Deepwater sculpin (Myoxocephalus thompsonii), first described by Girard, 1851 is a medium-sized fish in the family Cottidae (order Perciformes). Adults typically reach 23.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Temperate waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Deepwater sculpin is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Deepwater sculpin is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal; depth range ? - 366 m, usually 25 - ? m . Temperate; 69°N - 42°N North America: St.
🌿 Ecology
small crustaceans and insects (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | deepwater sculpin |
| 🇫🇷French | chabot de profondeur |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Myoxocephalus quadricornis thompsonii | Girard | 1851 | Synonym |
| Triglopsis thompsonii | Girard | 1851 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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