Fin's Fish Guide
The Pacific spiny lumpsucker (Eumicrotremus orbis) is a saltwater fish of the family Cyclopteridae that grows up to 18 cm.
Description
The Pacific spiny lumpsucker is a small, globular fish from the northern Pacific. The species grows to about 18 cm and has an almost spherical body covered with cone-shaped bony tubercles, and on the belly a sucking disc with which it clings to stones and weeds. It swims slowly and stays among kelp and on rocky bottoms of cold coastal water. The fish is harmless to humans and is assessed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Pacific spiny lumpsucker?
The Pacific spiny lumpsucker has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern. Globular body with bony knobs and a ventral sucker
Where does the Pacific spiny lumpsucker live?
The Pacific spiny lumpsucker lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. North Pacific
How big does the Pacific spiny lumpsucker get?
The Pacific spiny lumpsucker grows to a maximum of about 18 cm.
Is the Pacific spiny lumpsucker dangerous to humans?
No, the Pacific spiny lumpsucker 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.
Is the Pacific spiny lumpsucker edible?
The Pacific spiny lumpsucker is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Eumicrotremus
More from the family Cyclopteridae
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