The Gilbert's Irish lord (Hemilepidotus gilberti) is a saltwater fish of the family Cottidae that grows up to 36 cm.
Description
Gilbert's Irish lord is a sculpin (Cottidae) from cold coastal waters of the northwest Pacific, off East Asia. The species grows to about 36 cm and has a stocky, red-brown mottled body with a large, bony head and a band of scales along the back. As a bottom-dweller it lives among rocks and on gravelly bottoms and snaps at small crustaceans, molluscs and small fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Gilbert's Irish lord?
The Gilbert's Irish lord has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern.
Where does the Gilbert's Irish lord live?
The Gilbert's Irish lord lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Gilbert's Irish lord get?
The Gilbert's Irish lord grows to a maximum of about 36 cm. On average the species is around 27 cm.
Is the Gilbert's Irish lord dangerous to humans?
No, the Gilbert's Irish lord is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Hemilepidotus
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