Snailfish
📖 Overview
Snailfish (Agonopsis chiloensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Agonidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 12.8 cm. It occurs at depths between 3 and 400 metres. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 7 - 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 7; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 7 - 8. Posterior margin of caudal fin somewhat round . Body dark brown dorsally and paler ventrally, five distinct cross-bars on back, with less distinct dark markings on sides and nape .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Snailfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Snailfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Snailfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 3 - 400 m . Subtropical; 10°S - 56°S, 83°W - 53°W Southeast Pacific: Chile.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 16 records indexed .
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