Safety note: Handle with care due to sharp spines.
The Longspined Bullhead is a small catfish with long, spiny fins and a mottled appearance. They are often found hiding among rocks and debris on the seafloor.
Habitat
Coastal waters and rocky substrates.
Diet
Carnivorous, feeding on small fish and invertebrates.
How common
Uncommon
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