Fin's Fish Guide
The Kelp clingfish (Rimicola muscarum) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiesocidae that grows up to 7 cm.
Description
The kelp clingfish is a tiny clingfish (Gobiesocidae) from kelp forests and tide pools of the eastern Pacific. The species grows to about 4 cm and has a slender, scaleless, green to brown body matching the kelp blades it lives on, and a powerful sucker disc on the belly formed from the pelvic fins. With it it clamps onto weed and stones in the surf. It snaps at minute crustaceans and other invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Kelp clingfish?
The Kelp clingfish has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly green.
Where does the Kelp clingfish live?
The Kelp clingfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. North America: Canada, Mexico, USA
How big does the Kelp clingfish get?
The Kelp clingfish grows to a maximum of about 7 cm.
Is the Kelp clingfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Kelp clingfish is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Rimicola
More from the family Gobiesocidae
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