Spotted Wolffish
Anarhichas minor
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 25–600 m
- Max size: 1.8 m
- For divers: safe
A heavy bodied fish of cold northern seas, the spotted wolffish patrols boulder strewn bottoms far offshore. Strong jaws and blunt teeth let it crush sea urchins, crabs and shellfish. Dark spots cover its body, and it can reach nearly two metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Anarhichadidae › Anarhichas
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 126759.
FAQ
- How deep does the Spotted Wolffish live?
- The Spotted Wolffish (Anarhichas minor) is typically found at 25–600 m.
- Is the Spotted Wolffish dangerous to divers?
- The Spotted Wolffish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Spotted Wolffish get?
- The Spotted Wolffish grows to about 1.8 m.