Short snouted lancetfish
📖 Overview
Short snouted lancetfish (Alepisaurus brevirostris) is a ray-finned fish of the family Alepisauridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 96 cm. It occurs at depths between 640 and 1591 metres. With a trophic level of 3.8, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 40 - 48; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 13 - 16. Iridescent brownish-black above, paler below; dorsal fin with horizontal row of white spots .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Short snouted lancetfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathypelagic; depth range 640 - 1591 m . Deep-water; 68°N - 72°S, 180°W - 180°E
🌿 Ecology
euphausiid shrimps and fishes
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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