Sticklebacks

Sticklebacks

Gasterosteus aculeatus
( Threespine, right )

Apeltes quadracus
( Fourspine, below )

Size:
to 4" (threespine)
to 2" (fourspine)

Sticklebacks

Habitat:
Weedy shore waters, occasionally at sea or even in freshwater.

Notes:
Sticklebacks are related to Pipefish and Seahorses. Three- and four-spined varieties are common in our area. A Ninespine variety is also possible.

Sticklebacks
Male Threespine Stickleback in breeding colors

Shipwreck India Arrow
Type:
shipwreck, tanker, USA
Built:
1921, Quincy MA USA
Specs:
( 468 x 62 ft ) 8327 gross tons, 38 crew
Sunk:
Wednesday February 4, 1942
torpedoed by U-103 - 12 survivors
Depth:
190 ft

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