Butterfish
Saltwater
Irish Name:
Iasc Ime
Iasc Ime
Scientific Name:
Pholis gunnellus
Pholis gunnellus
Description
Eel-shaped fish with distinctive spots, found in rock pools. Max ~25cm.
Identification
Elongated eel-like body. Row of 9-13 dark spots along base of dorsal fin. Very slimy. Olive-brown colour.
Species Information
- Category Sea
- Habitat Saltwater