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The Puget Sound sculpin (Ruscarius meanyi) is a saltwater fish of the family Cottidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The Puget Sound sculpin is a small sculpin (Cottidae) from coastal waters of the eastern Pacific, off northwestern North America. The species grows to about 6 cm and has a stocky, brown-mottled body with a large, bony head and spines on the gill cover. As a bottom-dweller it lives among rocks, kelp and on gravelly bottoms of shallow coastal water and snaps at small crustaceans and worms. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Puget Sound sculpin?
The Puget Sound sculpin has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern.
Where does the Puget Sound sculpin live?
The Puget Sound sculpin lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. North America: Canada, USA, Alaska
How big does the Puget Sound sculpin get?
The Puget Sound sculpin grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Puget Sound sculpin dangerous to humans?
No, the Puget Sound sculpin 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 Ruscarius
More from the family Cottidae
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