Spectacled sculpin
📖 Overview
Spectacled sculpin (Triglops scepticus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cottidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 26 cm. It occurs at depths between 25 and 925 metres. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 10 - 12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 21 - 23; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 20 - 24. Eye large, orbital diameter 1.5 times snout length; maxillary with small ctenoid scales .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Spectacled sculpin is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 25 - 925 m , usually 100 - 380 m. Deep-water; 61°N - 37°N North Pacific: Sea of Japan to the Bering Sea and southeastern Alaska.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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