Disturb the water in a deeper tide pool and you might spot a tiny fish darting around. Common varieties include sculpins and gunnels. Sculpins have wide heads and tapered bodies, while gunnels are long and narrow and resemble eels.
Why they’re cool: Tide pool fish have excellent camouflage to blend in with their rocky gray-brown surroundings. It takes patience to spot them, but they’re worth it.
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