Microscopic fin features help sculpins grip rocks in turbulent ocean waters

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Apr 23, 2025, 3:41 pm124 ptsTrending
On a wave-battered rock in the northern Pacific Ocean, a fish called the sculpin grips the surface firmly to maintain stability in its harsh environment. Unlike sea urchins, which use their glue-secreting tube feet to adhere to their surroundings, sculpins manage to grip without a specialized adhesive organ…

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