Grey Gurnard
Eutrigla gurnardus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 10–340 m
- Max size: 60 cm
- For divers: safe
A bottom fish of sandy and rocky grounds from the shore down past three hundred metres, the grey gurnard uses finger like rays to feel for shrimp, crabs and small fish. It makes croaking sounds, a habit shared across the gurnard family.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Triglidae › Eutrigla
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 150637.
FAQ
- How deep does the Grey Gurnard live?
- The Grey Gurnard (Eutrigla gurnardus) is typically found at 10–340 m.
- Is the Grey Gurnard dangerous to divers?
- The Grey Gurnard is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Grey Gurnard get?
- The Grey Gurnard grows to about 60 cm.