Eelpout
Zoarces viviparus
The viviparous eelpout, also known as the viviparous blenny and European eelpout is species of marine ray-finned fish belonging to the family Zoarcidae, the eelpouts. It is notable for being ovoviviparous and gives birth to live larvae. It is a common soup ingredient in Mediterranean countries. The bones are of greenish colour, due to a harmless pigment. Their skin is slimy and the colour is variable.
- Scientific name
- Zoarces viviparus
- Family
- Zoarcidae