Gymnoclinus cristulatus
Gymnoclinus cristulatus Gilbert & Burke, 1912
Trident prickleback
photo by Nazarkin, M.V.


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Family:  Stichaeidae (Pricklebacks), subfamily: Chirolophinae
Max. size:  12 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; marine; depth range 0 - 37 m
Distribution:  Northwest Pacific: western Aleutian Islands and Commander Islands to Hokkaido.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Inhabits intertidal areas to depth of about 40 meters, usually in tide pools or shallower than 20 meters (Ref. 51666).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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