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Northern Clingfish

Gobiesox maeandricus

Classification

The northern clingfish (Gobiesox maeandricus) is a small marine species that inhabits the intertidal zone of the eastern Pacific Ocean. It is a member of the Gobiesocidae family, a group of ray-finned fishes known for their specialized suction discs, which allow them to cling to rocks and other substrates in dynamic tidal environments. Description Gobiesox maeandricus are characterized by a flattened, elongated body and head, with smooth, slimy, scaleless skin.

Distribution

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