Steller's Sculpin
Myoxocephalus stelleri
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–60 m
- Max size: 62 cm
- For divers: safe
A big headed sculpin of cold northern shores, Steller's sculpin lurks in the shallow rocky littoral and will push up into the lower reaches of rivers. Like others in its family it sits still and well camouflaged, then engulfs small prey with a sudden gape of its broad mouth.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Cottidae › Myoxocephalus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 154570.
FAQ
- How deep does the Steller's Sculpin live?
- The Steller's Sculpin (Myoxocephalus stelleri) is typically found at 0–60 m.
- Is the Steller's Sculpin dangerous to divers?
- The Steller's Sculpin is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Steller's Sculpin get?
- The Steller's Sculpin grows to about 62 cm.