Ocean Pout Animal Pictures

Zoarces americanus

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Diver holding an ocean pout

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Although ocean pout face some challenges due to climate change and pollution, the overall population appears stable.

Ocean pout (Zoarces americanus)

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The ocean pout possesses unique proteins in its blood that allow it to survive extremely cold temperatures.

Ocean Pout underwater in the St. Lawrence River

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The ocean pout can grow up to 46 inches long and weigh over 14 pounds.