Author: Günther, 1874
FBname: Grunt sculpin
Comments: Inhabits intertidal areas and to 165 m depth, in tide pools and rocky areas but also sand bottoms (Ref. 2850).  Frequently observed taking shelter in empty shells, including those of the giant barnacle, <i>Balanus nubilis</i>, and discarded bottles and cans (Ref. 48784). Young feed on zooplankton and invertebrate and fish larvae; adults feed also feed on crustaceans (Ref. 28499).  May use its pectoral fins to crawl over rocks and seaweed (Ref. 6885).