Malayan deepsea boarfish
📖 Overview
Malayan deepsea boarfish (Antigonia malayana) is a ray-finned fish of the family Antigoniidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic, deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6.7 cm. It occurs at depths between 165 and 304 metres. With a trophic level of 2.9, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Malayan deepsea boarfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Malayan deepsea boarfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Malayan deepsea boarfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Malayan deepsea boarfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 165 - 304 m . Deep-water West Pacific: Indonesia and northwestern Australia.
🌿 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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