Cottunculus microps

Polar sculpin | Cotte polaire | TSN Code 167408

Global

• Species reported during the annual bottom trawl fish abundance surveys (DFO)

Specific to the species

• Large, high head with 4 small horns
• Pale, slimy skin with dark saddles

Observation(s)

• Total catch in number: 7
• Total catch in weight (kg): < 1
• Mean length of sampled individuals (mm): 76
• Occurrence, 1-100 m depth (no of stations) : 0
• Occurrence, 101-200 m depth (no of stations): 0
• Occurrence, 201-300 m depth (no of stations): 1
• Occurrence, >300 m depth (no of stations): 4

Possible confusion with:

Group(s) of species

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This species is part of the following group(s):

• Sculpins 2