Psychrolutes marmoratus
NamePsychrolutes marmoratus
Scientific NamePsychrolutes marmoratus
Common NamesMarbled blob sculpin, Marbled sculpin
FamilyPsychrolutidae
OriginNorth Pacific Ocean, Bering Sea, Gulf of Alaska, Aleutian Islands, Japan
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Max Size (Inches)24
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)30-40
pH Range7.5-8.5
Description
Psychrolutes marmoratus, also known as the marbled blob sculpin, is a deep-sea fish found in the North Pacific. It inhabits extreme depths and specialized cold, high-pressure environments, making it entirely unsuitable for home aquariums. This species is a benthic carnivore, feeding on invertebrates found on the seafloor.
