Small scaled brown slickhead
📖 Overview
Small scaled brown slickhead (Alepocephalus australis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Alepocephalidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 69 cm. It occurs at depths between 1000 and 2600 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): 16 - 19; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 17 - 19. : elongated; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Small scaled brown slickhead is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 1000 - 2600 m . Deep-water; 55°N - 56°S, 180°W - 180°E Central Atlantic: possibly widely distributed from the Gulf of Guinea to South Africa.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alepocephalus australis barnardi | Norman | 1930 | Synonym |
| Alepocephalus barnardi | Norman | 1930 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 33 records indexed .
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