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The Blackfin notothen (Trematomus scotti) is a saltwater fish of the family Nototheniidae that grows up to 16 cm.
Description
Scott's notothen is a small notothenioid fish of the family Nototheniidae from the cold waters of the Southern Ocean around Antarctica. The species grows to about 16 cm and has a stocky, mottled body with a large head. It lives demersally on the continental shelf and slope. As a bottom searcher it feeds mainly on polychaete worms, krill (euphausiids) and amphipods. Like other notothenioids it is adapted to the ice-cold water around freezing point. The species is a link in the Antarctic food web and is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blackfin notothen?
The Blackfin notothen has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern. Cold-water notothen of the Southern Ocean; feeds on worms, krill and amphipods.
Where does the Blackfin notothen live?
The Blackfin notothen lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Southern Ocean around Antarctica; continental shelf and slope.
How big does the Blackfin notothen get?
The Blackfin notothen grows to a maximum of about 16 cm.
Is the Blackfin notothen dangerous to humans?
No, the Blackfin notothen is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Blackfin notothen edible?
The Blackfin notothen is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Trematomus
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