Northern Searobin [Prionotus carolinus]
Description
The Northern Searobin is a species of sea robin native to the western Atlantic Ocean. It is a benthic species found on sandy and muddy bottoms at depths from 10 to 200 meters. This species is known for its large pectoral fins that it uses for locomotion and searching for prey. It is a carnivorous species that feeds on small invertebrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
|
| Order |
Scorpionfishes and Flatheads
Scorpaeniformes
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| Family |
Searobins
Triglidae
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| Genus |
Searobins
Trigla
|