Palebelly searsid
📖 Overview
Palebelly searsid (Barbantus curvifrons) is a ray-finned fish of the family Platytroctidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 13.1 cm. It occurs at depths between 0 and 4500 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Palebelly searsid is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Palebelly searsid is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Palebelly searsid is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Palebelly searsid is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathypelagic; depth range 0 - 4500 m , usually 1000 - ? m . Deep-water South China Sea.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Palebelly searsid · Palebelly Tubeshoulder |
| 🌍CES | svítilnička křivočelá |
| 🇫🇮Finnish | purppuratuikkija |
| 🇫🇷French | Circé barbépine |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Светлобрюхий барбантус |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bathytroctes curvifrons | Roule & Angel | 1931 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 15 records indexed .
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