Network Prickleback
Stichaeopsis nana
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–90 m
- Max size: 25 cm
- For divers: safe
A small eel shaped fish of cold northern shallows, the network prickleback threads through algae and rocky reefs down to about 90 metres. It also turns up over silty sand and broken shell where it can wriggle out of sight.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Perciformes › Stichaeidae › Stichaeopsis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 282888.
FAQ
- How deep does the Network Prickleback live?
- The Network Prickleback (Stichaeopsis nana) is typically found at 0–90 m.
- Is the Network Prickleback dangerous to divers?
- The Network Prickleback is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Network Prickleback get?
- The Network Prickleback grows to about 25 cm.