The prickly sculpin is a small, bottom-dwelling fish with a flattened body and spiny fins. A notable feature is its ability to camouflage among rocks and debris in freshwater environments.
Habitat
Prefers cold, freshwater streams and rivers.
Diet
Insectivorous, feeding on small invertebrates and insects.
How common
Rare
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