The Ribbed sculpin (Triglops pingelii) is a saltwater fish of the family Cottidae that grows up to 20 cm.
Description
The ribbed sculpin is a slender cold-water sculpin of the family Cottidae reaching about 20 cm. Unlike most sculpins it has a fairly elongate body with a pointed snout; characteristic are the oblique, ribbed skin folds on the underside of the body. The colour is brownish mottled, sometimes with a reddish tinge, good camouflage on the bottom. The species lives on sand and mud bottoms of the northern Atlantic and the Arctic Ocean, in cold water from shallow to several hundred metres. It is a bottom-dweller that hunts small crustaceans, worms and other bottom life. Because of its small size it has no fishery importance, but it is prey for larger fish in Arctic food webs.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Ribbed sculpin?
The Ribbed sculpin has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern.
Where does the Ribbed sculpin live?
The Ribbed sculpin lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Ribbed sculpin get?
The Ribbed sculpin grows to a maximum of about 20 cm.
Is the Ribbed sculpin dangerous to humans?
No, the Ribbed sculpin is harmless to humans.
Is the Ribbed sculpin edible?
The Ribbed sculpin is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Triglops
More from the family Cottidae
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