Shiner Perch

Shiner Perch

Shiner Perch Author:  Tima B.  More information coming soon!   References Lamb, A., & Edgell, P. (1986). Coastal Fishes of the Pacific Northwest (1st ed.). Harbour Publishing. Kelp Surfperch – Monterey Scuba board. (2024, May 12). Monterey Scuba Board....
Kelp Surfperch

Kelp Surfperch

Kelp Surfperch Author:  Lachlan Breen Scientific name: Brachyistius frenatus Identification:   Kelp Surfperch, also commonly known as Kelp Perch, are a species of surfperch of the family Embiotocidae found throughout the Pacific Northwest. They can be differentiated...
China Rock Fish

China Rock Fish

China Rock Fish  Common Name: China Rockfish Scientific Name: Sebastes nebulosus Size Range: 26 – 45cm Weight: 4.2lb  Identification The China Rockfish also known as the yellowstripe rockfish is a species of ray-finned fish. They are black in colour and speckled...
Pacific Spiny Lumpsucker

Pacific Spiny Lumpsucker

Authors:  Madeline Baldrey and Erin Pringle Scientific name:  Eumicrotremus orbis Size range:  2.5 to12.7 cm (1 to 5 inches) Identifying Features:  Lumpsuckers are quite small and come in many colours (red, orange, purple, green and brown). They can also have silvery...
Slimy Snailfish

Slimy Snailfish

Author:  Amanda Brager Common Name:  Slimy Snailfish Scientific name:  Liparis mucosus Size: Slimy snailfish grow to at least 7cm (2.75 inches) in length.   Identifying Features:  Slimy Snailfish (Liparis mucosus) do not have scales. Their bodies are shaped like...
Northern Clingfish

Northern Clingfish

Scinetific Name:  Gobiesox maeandricus Size Range:  Northern Clingfish are generally 3 inches (7.6 cm) in length but may grow up to 6 inches (15.2 cm).  Most males are larger than the females. Identifying Features:  The Northern Clingfish has an unusual shape. It is...