Ocean Pout
Zoarces americanus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–388 m
- Max size: 1.1 m
- For divers: safe
An eel shaped, cold water fish of northern bottoms, the ocean pout has a long body and a continuous fin running its length. It reaches over a metre and roots through the seabed for worms, crustaceans, shellfish, urchins and sea squirts.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Zoarcidae › Zoarces
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 159267.
FAQ
- How deep does the Ocean Pout live?
- The Ocean Pout (Zoarces americanus) is typically found at 0–388 m.
- Is the Ocean Pout dangerous to divers?
- The Ocean Pout is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Ocean Pout get?
- The Ocean Pout grows to about 1.1 m.