Marine Species: Apodichthys sanctaerosae

(Gilbert & Starks, 1897)

Taxonomy Structure

Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Actinopterygii
Order: Perciformes
Family: Pholidae
Genus: Apodichthys
Species: Apodichthys sanctaerosae

Species Data:

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Common Name: Kelp gunnel
Description: This fish has no pectoral and pelvic fins.
Habitat: Inhabits kelps at depths up to 12 meters.
Color: Usually tan, but often beige-brown to red, depending on the color of kelp where they live
Dimensions: Up to 29 inches in total length.
Geographical Distribution: Eastern Pacific

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