sponge sculpin
📖 Overview
sponge sculpin (Thyriscus anoplus), first described by Gilbert & Burke, 1912 is a small fish in the family Cottidae (order Perciformes). Adults typically reach 14.50 cm in maximum length. Reported lifespan reaches approximately 6 years. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 100 to 800 metres. It occurs in Polar waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for sponge sculpin is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for sponge sculpin is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 100 - 800 m , usually 300 - 400 m . Polar; 50°N - 47°N North Pacific: North Kuril Islands (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | sponge sculpin |
| 🌍CES | vranec aleutský |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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