Apterichtus Malabar
📖 Overview
Apterichtus Malabar (Apterichtus malabar) is a ray-finned fish of the family Ophichthidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 41.4 cm. It occurs at depths between 44 and 66 metres. With a trophic level of 3.9, it is a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Vertebrae: 73 - 155. This species is distinguished by the following characters: tail 1.9-2.2, head 18-19, and body depth 52-77 in total length; preopercular pores 3, pores in supratemporal canal 5; teeth are conical, uniserial on jaws and vomer; vomerine teeth 6; MVF 78-158, total vertebrae 155-162 (n=4); body when preserved is mostly pale .: elongated; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Apterichtus Malabar is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic; depth range 44 - 66 m . Subtropical Southwest Pacific: Australia (New South Wales).
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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