The Spinycheek starsnout (Bathyagonus infraspinatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Agonidae that grows up to 12 cm.
Description
The spinycheek starsnout is a small poacher from the northern Pacific. The species grows to about 12 cm and has a slender body armoured with bony plates, characteristic of the poachers, and bears spines on the cheek and a star-like growth on the snout. As a bottom-dweller it lives on soft bottoms of cold, deep water and searches for small bottom animals. The fish is harmless to humans and has not been evaluated by the IUCN (NE).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Spinycheek starsnout?
The Spinycheek starsnout has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Spinycheek starsnout live?
The Spinycheek starsnout lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Spinycheek starsnout get?
The Spinycheek starsnout grows to a maximum of about 12 cm.
Is the Spinycheek starsnout dangerous to humans?
No, the Spinycheek starsnout is harmless to humans.
Is the Spinycheek starsnout edible?
The Spinycheek starsnout is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Bathyagonus
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