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Perciformes - Stichaeidae

Phytichthys chirus (Ribbon Prickleback)

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More information for this taxon at: LarvalBase | FishBase | Univ. Washington Data

GENERAL

Geographic Range: Bering Sea, 54 to 66 °N - S. California, 32 to 34 °N
Ecology: Intertidal, nearshore shelf demersal
Early Life History Pattern: Oviparous; demersal, adhesive eggs; pelagic larvae
Longevity:

SPAWNING

Area: Exposed intertidal, under rocks
Season: Mid-winter (British Columbia)
Mode: Pairs; single parent guards
Fecundity: Range/function: 1100 (one mass)
Age At First Maturity:
Migration:

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