Polar sculpin
Cottunculus microps
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Overview
Polar sculpin (Cottunculus microps) is a marine fish of the family Psychrolutidae, in the order Perciformes/Cottoidei. Maximum recorded length is 30 cm. Its recorded depth range is 165–1342 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 30,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 165-1342m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
165-1342m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Perciformes/Cottoidei |
| Familia | Psychrolutidae |
| Especies | Cottunculus microps |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Polar sculpin get?
Polar sculpin can grow up to 30.0 cm long.
What family does Polar sculpin belong to?
Polar sculpin (Cottunculus microps) belongs to the family Psychrolutidae in the order Perciformes/Cottoidei.
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