Akarotaxis Nudiceps
📖 Overview
Akarotaxis Nudiceps (Akarotaxis nudiceps) is a ray-finned fish of the family Bathydraconidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 13.7 cm. It occurs at depths between 103 and 1191 metres. With a trophic level of 3.5, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 31 - 33; Anal soft rays: 27 - 28. This species is distinguished by the following set of characters: body covered with ctenoid scales; two lateral lines with about 10 tubular scales; posterodorsal end of the opercle with a small hook; branchiostegal rays 6; conical teeth small; gill rakers well-developed .Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Akarotaxis Nudiceps is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Akarotaxis Nudiceps is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Akarotaxis Nudiceps is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 103 - 1191 m , usually 370 - 600 m . Deep-water; 66°S - 79°S west of Adelaide Island at the Antarctic Peninsula.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 5 records indexed .
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