Threespot Eelpout
NameThreespot Eelpout
Scientific NameZoarces viviparus
Common NamesViviparous Eelpout, Eelpout, Viviparous Blenny, Threespot Eelpout
FamilyZoarcidae
OriginNorth Atlantic, Arctic Ocean, Baltic Sea, North Sea
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)20
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)32-59
pH Range7.5-8.5
Compatible SpeciesLarger gobies, Sculpins, Flatfish, Other robust cold-water marine fish
Description
The Threespot Eelpout, also known as the Viviparous Eelpout, is a robust, elongated fish characterized by its distinctive vertical banding and large pectoral fins. This cold-water marine species is found in the North Atlantic and is notable for its viviparous reproduction, giving birth to live young. It is a benthic predator, feeding on small invertebrates and fish.
