Description

Also known as Arctic Blenny, Blenny Vivipare, Eelpout Blenny, European Eelpout, Viviparous Blenny, Viviparous Eelpout.

Found amongst algae, under stones, and in tide-pools, of coastal waters, being air breathers they can remain in and out of water for long periods of time.
They feed on crustaceans, fish eggs, fish fry, insects and molluscs.
Length - 50cm
Depth - 0-40m
Widespread North East Atlantic

Zoarcidae are mainly bottom-dwelling fish some to great depths and are eel like in appearance.
Commonly used as a soup ingredient in Mediterranean countries, their bones are great due to harmless pigment! Ref: https://www.fishbase.se/summary/479