Astronesthes Caulophorus
📖 Overview
Astronesthes Caulophorus (Astronesthes caulophorus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Stomiidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in pelagic, deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 26.2 cm. With a trophic level of 4.1, 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): 13 - 15; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 16 - 19. Body black, head with small pale dots (developing with growth) behind eye and on gill cover . Barbel without apparent terminal modification .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Astronesthes Caulophorus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Astronesthes Caulophorus is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Astronesthes Caulophorus is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; pelagic-oceanic; depth range 100 - ? m . Deep-water; 24°N - 24°S
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astronesthes blanci | Blache & Rossignol | 1961 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 9 records indexed .
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