4K views · 172 reactions | An awkward swimmer, the grunt sculpin, moves along the bottom or crawls over rocks on the tips of their finger-like pectoral fins. Their movements are short twitchy hops, jerks, and jumps. They get their name from the wheezing-grunting sound they make when removed from the water. SCUBA divers say the grunts can be heard underwater! Video by astrophysicskidd #loveAOP #aquariumofthepacific #gruntsculpin | Aquarium of the Pacific | Facebook

2.5K views · 140 reactions | The sailfin sculpin is known for its striking appearance. It has an elongated body with large pectoral fins, and the most distinctive feature is its tall dorsal fin that resembles a sail, hence the name. What makes the sailfin sculpin particularly interesting is its ability to change color and pattern to match its surroundings. This incredible camouflage helps them avoid predators and ambush their prey more effectively. | Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium | Facebook

Meet the grunt sculpin, the only species in the family Rhamphocottidae! These unique marine fish have a distinctive look, with a large head that's 60% of their body length, a long snout, and two bony ridges on top of their head. Generally found along rocky bottoms of intertidal zones in the Pacific, these unique fish feed primarily on crustaceans, zooplankton and fish larvae. They often times inhabit the empty shells of barnacles as a hiding place or nesting site to lay their eggs. Guests can vi

Sculpin, dragonflies, trout and mink are all creatures that live in or near rivers, including the stream that runs through Boise’s MK Nature Center. Now, these animals will also live forever preserved on a new piece of public art right at the nature center. | Idaho Fish and Game (IDFG)