These marine fish are ambush predators, feeding on small crustaceans and other invertebrates. Despite their often rough and spiky appearance, sculpins are fascinating examples of adaptation, perfectly suited to life on the ocean floor.
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Total number of species approx.: 24
Saltwater sculpins are small, bottom-dwelling fish found in cold coastal waters, especially in the Northern Hemisphere. Known for their broad heads, spiny fins, and excellent camouflage, they blend seamlessly into rocky seabeds and kelp-covered habitats.
These marine fish are ambush predators, feeding on small crustaceans and other invertebrates. Despite their often rough and spiky appearance, sculpins are fascinating examples of adaptation, perfectly suited to life on the ocean floor.