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Clinocottus globiceps

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Kingdom
  
Superclass
  
Osteichthyes

Superorder
  
Acanthopterygii

Phylum
  
Chordata

Rank
  
Species

Subphylum
  
Vertebrata

Suborder
  
Cottoidei

Genus
  
Order
  
Scorpaeniformes

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Similar
  
Clinocottus, Oligocottus, Fluffy sculpin, Tidepool sculpin, Artedius fenestralis

Clinocottus globiceps, commonly known as the mosshead sculpin or globe-headed sculpin, is a species of fish in the family Cottidae, native to the northeastern Pacific.

C. globiceps is a resident (non-migratory) intertidal species which exhibits homing behavior. It generally inhabits tidal pools and shallow rocky areas, often in strong surf. C. globiceps can leave a tide pool if conditions become inhospitable, since it can also breathe air. It sometimes rests on rocks out of water, but usually under rocks or among seaweed. C. globiceps is most commonly found in the eastern Pacific from Kodiak Island (Alaska) to Gaviota (southern California). This fish prefers a temperate climate from latitude 60°N. to 32°N. and is usually in a marine, demersal environment.

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Clinocottus globiceps Wikipedia


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