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The Blunt scalyhead (Trematomus eulepidotus) is a saltwater fish of the family Nototheniidae that grows up to 35 cm.
Ice-cold waters around Antarctica; shallower banks of the continental shelf.
Description
The bigeye notothen is an Antarctic notothen (Nototheniidae) from the icy waters around Antarctica. The species has a stocky body with a large head and large eyes and is adapted to temperatures around freezing by antifreeze proteins in its blood. It is most common on shallower banks of the continental shelf, usually less than 250 metres deep. It feeds on zooplankton and small bottom invertebrates. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blunt scalyhead?
The Blunt scalyhead has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Large eyes and antifreeze proteins in the blood; Antarctic icefish of shallow shelf banks.
Where does the Blunt scalyhead live?
The Blunt scalyhead lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Ice-cold waters around Antarctica; shallower banks of the continental shelf.
How big does the Blunt scalyhead get?
The Blunt scalyhead grows to a maximum of about 35 cm.
Is the Blunt scalyhead dangerous to humans?
No, the Blunt scalyhead is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Blunt scalyhead edible?
The Blunt scalyhead is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Trematomus
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