Eumicrotremus orbis

  • Pacific Spiny Lumpsucker
  • Petite poule de mer du Pacifique
  • Chupa rocas espinoso

Distribution

    Environment and movement of the diurnal species

    • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
    • The species is generally motionless in its environment
    • The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
    • The species can be found between 0 and 575 Meters.
    • Uncommon Species

    General behaviour of the species

    • Species generally solitary
    • The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

    General characteristics of the species

    • Maximum size : 13 cm
    • The animal feeds mainly on small invertebrates that it gleans on the seafloor.
    • Diet : Sea worms - Mollusks -
    • The animal can show variable colouring
    • The animal changes colour like a chameleon

    Relationship with humans

    • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
    • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
      • - Aquarium enthusiasts.