Arctic Staghorn Sculpin
Gymnocanthus tricuspis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–556 m
- Max size: 30 cm
- For divers: safe
A sculpin of Arctic seas that burrows into sand and sand mud bottoms, the staghorn sculpin tolerates a wide swing in salinity. It feeds on small amphipods and polychaete worms and reaches about 30 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Cottidae › Gymnocanthus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 127198.
FAQ
- How deep does the Arctic Staghorn Sculpin live?
- The Arctic Staghorn Sculpin (Gymnocanthus tricuspis) is typically found at 0–556 m.
- Is the Arctic Staghorn Sculpin dangerous to divers?
- The Arctic Staghorn Sculpin is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Arctic Staghorn Sculpin get?
- The Arctic Staghorn Sculpin grows to about 30 cm.