Spotfin sculpin [Cilunculus spotfini]
Description
The Spotfin sculpin, or Cilunculus spotfini, is a unique marine species with a characteristic spotted fin. These spots are typically bright blue or green, making the species easily identifiable. The Spotfin sculpin is a benthic species, often found at depths greater than 500 meters. Their diet primarily consists of small crustaceans and other invertebrates. The species is known to inhabit colder, deep-sea environments.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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|---|---|
| Class |
Sea Spiders
Pycnogonida
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| Order |
Pantopoda
Pantopoda
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| Family |
Sea Spiders
Ammotheidae
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| Genus |
Cilunculus
Cilunculus
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