Eyeshade sculpin
📖 Overview
Eyeshade sculpin (Nautichthys pribilovius) is a ray-finned fish of the family Nautichthyidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 9 cm. It occurs at depths between 0 and 422 metres. With a trophic level of 4.5, it is an apex predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Eyeshade sculpin is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Eyeshade sculpin is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 0 - 422 m . Temperate North Pacific and adjacent Arctic: Chukchi and Bering seas to eastern Gulf of Alaska and to Okhotsk and Japan seas.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | eyeshade sculpin |
| 🌍CES | špičatička pruhohlavá |
| 🇯🇵Japanese | Okozekajika · オコゼカジカ |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Короткошипый бычок-кораблик |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nautiscus pribilovius | Jordan & Gilbert | 1898 | Synonym |
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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