Astronesthes Quasiindica
📖 Overview
Astronesthes Quasiindica (Astronesthes quasiindica), first described by Parin & Borodulina, 1996 is a small fish in the family Stomiidae (order Stomiiformes). Adults typically reach 11.50 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 100 to 2000 metres. It occurs in Subtropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 14 - 16; Anal soft rays: 12 - 14; Vertebrae: 43 - 44. : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Astronesthes Quasiindica is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathypelagic; depth range 100 - 2000 m . Subtropical north of New Guinea and near Hawaii.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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