Artedius harringtoni

Scorpion fishes and others

Scalyhead sculpin
Chabot à tête écailleuse

Distribution

The tropical Pacific

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
The species can be found between 0 and 21 Meters.
Very common species.
Imitates a rock or a coral.

General behaviour of the species

The species is territorial
Species generally solitary
Imitates a rock or a coral.
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 10 cm
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : - Sea worms - Zooplankton
The animal can show variable colouring

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest