The Wrymouth (Cryptacanthodes maculatus), also known as the ghostfish or eel pout, is a rare benthic fish native to the cold coastal waters of the Gulf of Maine. These elongated, burrow-dwelling fish are known for their serpentine bodies, reddish-brown coloring, and secretive behavior. Collected from rocky, muddy shorelines at low tide, each specimen is carefully preserved to maintain anatomical detail, making it ideal for classroom dissection, display, or comparative anatomy studies.
Common name: Wrymouth Scientific name:Cryptacanthodes maculatus Locations: Found at low tide burrowed in rocks and mud Seasonality: Spring – Summer Colors: Brown, reddish Size: Up to 3’ Collected: Netting Quantity: Sold by the each
Uses: Ideal for classroom dissection, preserved marine collections, museum display, and anatomy demonstrations.
Note: This is a preserved marine specimen. Natural variations in size, color, and appearance from photos should be expected. Each specimen is sealed for freshness and educational use.
Preserved Wrymouth (Cryptacanthodes maculatus)
The Wrymouth (Cryptacanthodes maculatus), also known as the ghostfish or eel pout, is a rare benthic fish native to the cold coastal waters of the Gulf of Maine. These elongated, burrow-dwelling fish are known for their serpentine bodies, reddish-brown coloring, and secretive behavior. Collected from rocky, muddy shorelines at low tide, each specimen is carefully preserved to maintain anatomical detail, making it ideal for classroom dissection, display, or comparative anatomy studies.
Common name: Wrymouth Scientific name:Cryptacanthodes maculatus Locations: Found at low tide burrowed in rocks and mud Seasonality: Spring – Summer Colors: Brown, reddish Size: Up to 3’ Collected: Netting Quantity: Sold by the each
Uses: Ideal for classroom dissection, preserved marine collections, museum display, and anatomy demonstrations.
Note: This is a preserved marine specimen. Natural variations in size, color, and appearance from photos should be expected. Each specimen is sealed for freshness and educational use.
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