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Shorthorn sculpin

Shorthorn sculpin

Myoxocephalus scorpius

Family
Cottidae
Max Length
60.0000024 cm
Max Weight
2 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
saltwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
87

Overview

Myoxocephalus scorpius, typically known as the shorthorn sculpin or bull-rout, is a species of fish in the family Cottidae. It is a demersal species of the Northern Atlantic and adjacent subarctic and Arctic seas. The species has many English names that are used less frequently or in small parts of its range, including Arctic sculpin, daddy sculpin, European sculpin, father-lasher, goat sculpin, Greenland sculpin, guffy, horny whore, pig-fish, scully, scummy, short-spined sea scorpion and warty sculpin.

Where to Find Shorthorn sculpin

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I catch Shorthorn sculpin?+

Shorthorn sculpin can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada; Nova Scotia, Canada; New Brunswick / Nouveau-Brunswick, Canada. WikiCatch lists 87 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Shorthorn sculpin get?+

Shorthorn sculpin (Myoxocephalus scorpius) can reach up to 60.0000024 cm in length and 2 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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