Long-lined Sculpin
📖 Overview
Long-lined Sculpin (Antipodocottus megalops) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cottidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. It occurs at depths between 400 and 600 metres. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Long-lined Sculpin is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Long-lined Sculpin is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Long-lined Sculpin is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Long-lined Sculpin is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 400 - 600 m . Deep-water Southwest Pacific: New Zealand.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Long-lined Sculpin |
| 🌍CES | vranka novozélandská |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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