Shortspine Poacher [Brachyopsis]

Description

Brachyopsis, a genus in the family Agonidae, includes the shortspine poachers. These fish are characterized by their short, stout spines and heavily armored bodies. They are found in the Northern Pacific Ocean, typically residing on or near the seabed and feeding on bottom-dwelling invertebrates.

Species
Shortspine Poacher [Brachyopsis verrucosus]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Chordates
Chordata
Class Fish
Actinopterygii
Order Scorpionfishes and Flatheads
Scorpaeniformes
Family Poachers
Agonidae
Statistics
  • Species 1