Species FishCrescent Gunnel

Crescent Gunnel

Pholis laeta

CommonFish
Illustration of Crescent Gunnel (Pholis laeta)

The Crescent Gunnel is a small, eel-like fish with a smooth body and a distinctive crescent-shaped marking. It is often found hiding among rocks and seaweed.

Habitat
Inhabits rocky shorelines and tide pools.
Diet
Feeds on small invertebrates and algae.
How common
Common

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