Snubnose sculpin
📖 Overview
Snubnose sculpin (Orthonopias triacis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cottidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 10 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 9; Dorsal soft rays (total): 16 - 18; Anal soft rays: 11 - 13.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Snubnose sculpin is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Snubnose sculpin is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Snubnose sculpin is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal. Subtropical; 37°N - Central Pacific: Monterey Bay in California, USA to northern Baja California, Mexico.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | snubnose sculpin |
| 🌍CES | vranka tuponosá |
| 🇫🇷French | chabot camus |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Курносый бычок |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | charrasco chato |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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