Fluffy sculpin
📖 Overview
A resident intertidal species with homing behavior found in shallow rocky areas . Commonly found in tide pools, often in algae . Can leave tide pools when aquatic conditions become inhospitable . Breathes air when out of water .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 7 - 9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 17 - 20; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 12 - 15. Caudal fin rounded.: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Fluffy sculpin is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Fluffy sculpin is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Fluffy sculpin is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; non-migratory; depth range 0 - ? m. Subtropical; 59°N -
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 6 records indexed .
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