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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🌡️ Deep-water

Elokhin sculpin

Abyssocottus elochini Taliev, 1955
Max Length
7.7 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.3
Depth
250–300 m
Climate
Deep-water
Resilience
Low
Vulnerability
26.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
deep-water

📖 Overview

Elokhin sculpin (Abyssocottus elochini) is a ray-finned fish. It inhabits freshwater waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 7.7 cm. It occurs at depths between 250 and 300 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.

Scientific Name
Abyssocottus elochini
Authority
Taliev, 1955
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Deep-water
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
7.7 cm
Depth Range
250–300 m
Trophic Level
3.3
Resilience
Low
Vulnerability
26.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

Genus
Abyssocottus
Abyssocottus
Species
Elokhin sculpin
Abyssocottus elochini

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Elokhin sculpin is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Elokhin sculpin is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

aquatic invertebrates
small fish
algae
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous
Spawning Season
spring
Spawn Location
Substrate
Fertilization
External

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; bathydemersal; depth range 250 - 300 m . Deep-water Endemic to Lake Baikal, Russia.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater 🌑 Deep Water
Trophic Level
3.3±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00794 × L3.12 (TL)
Max TL
7.7cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2020

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Low
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
26.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.3
Predator
Climate Zone
Deep-water
Described By
Taliev, 1955

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