Porichthys myriaster


Porichthys myriaster, commonly known as specklefin midshipman, is a species of toad fish in the family Batrachoididae.

Description

Porichthys myriaster can grow to 51 cm in length.

Distribution and habitat

Porichthys myriaster is found from the intertidal zone to 126 m depth in the eastern Pacific, from California, USA to northern Peru. It inhabits both rocky areas and soft bottoms and is common in bays.

Ecology and behaviour

Porichthys myriaster will often rest on or bury itself in the soft bottom sediments. It can create a humming or grunting sound and is more active during the nighttime.