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The Austrolycus depressiceps is a brackish-water fish of the family Zoarcidae that grows up to 57 cm.
Around southern Patagonia, in the southwest Atlantic and southeast Pacific.
Description
The Patagonian eelpout is an eelpout (Zoarcidae) from the waters around southern Patagonia (southwestern Atlantic and southeastern Pacific). The species reaches about 57 cm and has an elongate, eel-like body with a flattened head and a continuous fin margin. It inhabits rocky intertidal zones and estuaries with suitable conditions, where it shelters among macroalgae and under rocks and stones. The diet consists of small bottom invertebrates. The species tolerates the varying salinities of the coastal zone. Owing to its hidden life in cold water it is little noticed.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Austrolycus depressiceps?
The Austrolycus depressiceps has a snake-like body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern. Inhabits the rocky intertidal zone among seaweeds in cold Patagonian water.
Where does the Austrolycus depressiceps live?
The Austrolycus depressiceps lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Around southern Patagonia, in the southwest Atlantic and southeast Pacific.
How big does the Austrolycus depressiceps get?
The Austrolycus depressiceps grows to a maximum of about 57 cm. On average the species is around 35 cm.
Is the Austrolycus depressiceps dangerous to humans?
No, the Austrolycus depressiceps is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Austrolycus depressiceps edible?
The Austrolycus depressiceps is not usually eaten.
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