FishincSpecies catalog
Kelp greenling
Hexagrammos decagrammus
Kelp greenling (Hexagrammos decagrammus) belongs to the family Hexagrammidae. Habitat: salt water.
Profile
| Scientific name | Hexagrammos decagrammus |
|---|---|
| Family | Hexagrammidae |
| Habitat | Salt water |
| Regional lists in Fishinc | US and Canada saltwater |
Identifying features
- Elongated greenling with a small head
- Long dorsal fin with a shallow notch
- Male: grey-brown body with bright blue spots ringed in rust on the front half
- Female: covered with small golden-brown spots
Kelp greenling in other languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| German | Kelp-Grünling, Kelpgrünling |
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