Antigonia Quiproqua
📖 Overview
Antigonia Quiproqua (Antigonia quiproqua) is a ray-finned fish of the family Antigoniidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6.5 cm. It occurs at depths between 190 and 200 metres. With a trophic level of 2.9, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 30 - 32; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 29 - 31. Can be diagnosed from other species by having the following characters: upper and lower body profiles without pronounced angles, upper anterior profile almost straight; scales with shallow posterior ridge bearing sharp short ctenias; head length 2.6-2.7 in SL; mouth slit subvertical; lips narrow; descending part of praemaxillare straight; orbit diameter 2.4-2.7 times in HL; gill rakers 20-23; dorsal-fin rays VIII 30-32; anal-fin rays III 29-31 .: short and / or deep; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Antigonia Quiproqua is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 190 - 200 m . Tropical known only from the Saya de Malha Bank.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
👥 Community & Contribute
No observations yet - be the first to log one!
View all observations for Antigonia Quiproqua ↗Spotted incorrect or outdated data? Submit a correction and our editorial team will review it. Approved edits go live within 48 hours.
Found a factual error, broken data, or inappropriate content? Let us know and we will investigate promptly.