Grubby
Myoxocephalus aenaeus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–357 m
- Max size: 18 cm
- For divers: safe
A small sculpin of the northwest Atlantic, at home in eelgrass beds and estuaries yet ranging out to more than three hundred metres. It tolerates a wide swing of temperatures and eats crustaceans, mollusks, sea urchins and small fish.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Cottidae › Myoxocephalus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 159519.
FAQ
- How deep does the Grubby live?
- The Grubby (Myoxocephalus aenaeus) is typically found at 1–357 m.
- Is the Grubby dangerous to divers?
- The Grubby is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Grubby get?
- The Grubby grows to about 18 cm.