Fin's Fish Guide
The Channel bull blenny (Cottoperca gobio) is a saltwater fish of the family Bovichtidae that grows up to 80 cm.
Cold southwest Atlantic around southern South America; continental shelf and slope.
Description
The channel bull blenny is a perch-like fish (Bovichtidae) from the cold southwestern Atlantic and the waters around southern South America. The species has a stocky body with a large, broad head and large pectoral fins, and a mottled brown pattern. It lives bottom-dwelling on the continental shelf and slope, among rocks and on soft bottoms. As an ambush hunter it feeds on crustaceans, small fishes and other bottom animals. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Channel bull blenny?
The Channel bull blenny has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Large, broad head and large pectoral fins; marbled bottom ambush predator of cold Patagonian water.
Where does the Channel bull blenny live?
The Channel bull blenny lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Cold southwest Atlantic around southern South America; continental shelf and slope.
How big does the Channel bull blenny get?
The Channel bull blenny grows to a maximum of about 80 cm. On average the species is around 34 cm.
Is the Channel bull blenny dangerous to humans?
No, the Channel bull blenny is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Channel bull blenny edible?
The Channel bull blenny is rarely eaten.
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