Threadfin Sculpin
Icelinus filamentosus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 18–800 m
- Max size: 27 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The threadfin sculpin rests on sand and mud bottoms across a wide depth band, from about 18 m down to roughly 800 m. It feeds on crustaceans such as shrimps and isopods and grows to about 27 cm.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Cottidae › Icelinus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 281136.
FAQ
- How deep does the Threadfin Sculpin live?
- The Threadfin Sculpin (Icelinus filamentosus) is typically found at 18–800 m.
- Is the Threadfin Sculpin dangerous to divers?
- The Threadfin Sculpin is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Threadfin Sculpin get?
- The Threadfin Sculpin grows to about 27 cm.