The Mottled eelpout (Davidijordania poecilimon) is a saltwater fish of the family Zoarcidae that grows up to 15 cm.
Description
The mottled eelpout is an eelpout (Zoarcidae) from cold, deep waters of the northwest Pacific. The species grows to about 20 cm and has an elongate, eel-like, brown-marbled body with a largely scaleless, slimy skin and long, confluent dorsal, tail and anal fins. As a sluggish bottom-dweller of the cold deep water it snaps at small crustaceans, worms and molluscs. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Mottled eelpout?
The Mottled eelpout has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern.
Where does the Mottled eelpout live?
The Mottled eelpout lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Mottled eelpout get?
The Mottled eelpout grows to a maximum of about 15 cm.
Is the Mottled eelpout dangerous to humans?
No, the Mottled eelpout is harmless to humans.
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