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The Notothen (Patagonotothen sima) is a saltwater fish of the family Nototheniidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
The notothen is a notothen (Nototheniidae) from the cold coastal waters of the southwestern Atlantic around southern South America. The species has a stocky body with a fairly blunt head and is adapted to cold water. It lives bottom-bound in shallow coastal waters, often among rocks and algae. As a bottom hunter it feeds on small crustaceans, worms and other invertebrates. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Notothen?
The Notothen has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern. Fairly blunt head; cold-water-adapted bottom fish of rocky South American coasts.
Where does the Notothen live?
The Notothen lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Around southern South America; shallow cold coastal waters.
How big does the Notothen get?
The Notothen grows to a maximum of about 10 cm. On average the species is around 6 cm.
Is the Notothen dangerous to humans?
No, the Notothen is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Notothen edible?
The Notothen is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Patagonotothen
More from the family Nototheniidae
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