Brown Irish Lord
NameBrown Irish Lord
Scientific NameHemilepidotus spinosus
Common NamesBrown Irish Lord, Spiny Irish Lord, Irish Lord
FamilyCottidae
OriginNorth Pacific Ocean, Alaska, California
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)20
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)40-55
pH Range7.8-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large, robust coldwater marine fish, Large rockfish (if tank size permits)
Description
The Brown Irish Lord is a large, mottled sculpin found in the cold waters of the North Pacific. It is an ambush predator, blending into its rocky or kelp-filled environment, and is characterized by its spiny head and fleshy cirri. This species requires a specialized coldwater marine aquarium setup.
