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Ascelichthys rhodorus
Ascelichthys rhodorus is in the Order Scorpaeniformes, which is a diverse group of fish that includes Scorpionfishes and flatheads. It's the only sculpin that lacks pelvic fins. This one was about 8 cm long. and patiently waiting for the tide to come back as it was being crowded by crabs.
Spotted in a tide pool at Tongue Point Marine Sanctuary.
Native to the eastern Pacific Ocean from Alaska to central California where it is an inhabitant of tidepools and other intertidal environments.
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Yes, I totally understand that sense of urgency with the tides, or just the next big wave. A couple of my rock pool adventures reminded me yet again that you should never turn your back on the ocean. I hope the little fish was OK.
I'm sure there was an epic battle for supremacy Neil. I didn't wait around to find out though. I was in - take as many pictures as I can mode, before the tide came in. Neil there were so many different creatures and organisms in these tide pools - it was insane.
WOW! I do not trust "that crab" at the top of the second photo! Get out of there, little fella! Did you wait to see what happened next, Brian?
Thank you much Tukup.
Great shot Brian.