18-spined sculpin
Myoxocephalus octodecemspinosus
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18-spined sculpin (Myoxocephalus octodecemspinosus) is a marine fish of the family Cottidae (Sculpins), in the order Scorpaeniformes. Maximum recorded length is 46 cm. Its recorded depth range is 1–190 m.
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Myoxocephalus octodecemspinosus is a marine sculpin reaching up to 46 cm, found in saltwater habitats of the Northwest Atlantic. Its name refers to its numerous dorsal spines, and it inhabits rocky coastal and estuarine environments.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 46,0 cm |
| Kedalaman | 1-190m |
Habitat & Distribution
Taxonomy
| Ordo | Scorpaeniformes (Scorpionfishes) |
| Famili | Cottidae (Sculpins) |
| Spesies | Myoxocephalus octodecemspinosus |
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