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Don’t Overlook the Sculpin: Why This “Ugly” Fish is a Winter Star

Let’s be honest: The California Scorpionfish (commonly known as Sculpin) is not winning any beauty contests. With its mottled red-brown skin, oversized head, and array of sharp spines, it looks like something prehistoric. However, savvy local anglers know a secret. Beneath that prickly exterior lies some of the most delicious white meat in the ocean….