Silver Rockling
NameSilver Rockling
Scientific NameGaidropsarus argentatus
Common NamesSilver Rockling, Arctic Rockling
FamilyGadidae
OriginArctic Ocean, North Atlantic Ocean, Greenland, Iceland, Norway, Barents Sea
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)250
Max Size (Inches)13.8
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)32-50
pH Range8.1-8.4
Description
The Silver Rockling (*Gaidropsarus argentatus*) is a deep-water marine fish found in the cold waters of the Arctic and North Atlantic. It is a predatory species, characterized by its elongated body and typically silvery-brown coloration. This species is not suitable for typical home aquariums due to its specialized cold-water and deep-sea habitat requirements.
