Fishing for Plain sculpin

Myoxocephalus jaok

The plain sculpin is a robust, bottom-dwelling fish found in cold, coastal waters. It features a broad, flattened head and mottled brown coloration for camouflage. Typically reaching up to 18 inches and weighing around 2 pounds, it feeds on crustaceans and small fish. Known for its sedentary behavior, it often remains motionless among rocks and seaweed. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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