Longhorn Sculpin and Similar Species
Myoxocephalus octodecemspinosus
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Open the appSeveral fish can be confused with Longhorn Sculpin. Here are the key differences.
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Shorthorn Sculpin
Myoxocephalus scorpius
Key differences: The Shorthorn Sculpin has much shorter preopercular spines that do not extend beyond the operculum. It also typically has a more robust body and often more pronounced bony tubercles on its head and body.
Grubby
Myoxocephalus aeneus
Key differences: The Grubby has a less elongated body and its preopercular spine is relatively short, not extending past the operculum. Its head is also less massive in proportion to its body compared to the Longhorn Sculpin.
Atlantic Spiny Lumpsucker
Eumicrotremus spinosus
Key differences: While also spiny, the Atlantic Spiny Lumpsucker has a globular, almost spherical body shape and a prominent suction disc formed by modified pelvic fins, which are absent in the Longhorn Sculpin. Its spines are also more numerous and distributed differently.
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