The Elegant sculpin (Antipodocottus elegans) is a saltwater fish of the family Cottidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Description
The elegant sculpin is a small sculpin (Cottidae) from coastal waters of the southwest Pacific, around New Zealand and southeastern Australia. The species grows to about 8 cm and has a stocky body with a fairly large, spiny head, large pectoral fins and a scaleless, red-brown mottled skin. As a bottom-dweller it perches among stones and weed of cool rocky bottoms and snaps at small crustaceans. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Elegant sculpin?
The Elegant sculpin has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Elegant sculpin live?
The Elegant sculpin lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Elegant sculpin get?
The Elegant sculpin grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Elegant sculpin dangerous to humans?
No, the Elegant sculpin is harmless to humans.
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