Bascanichthys Filaria
📖 Overview
Bascanichthys Filaria (Bascanichthys filaria) is a ray-finned fish of the family Ophichthidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 60.1 cm. With a trophic level of 3.8, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
This species is distinguished by the following characters: short tail, 49.4% TL; dorsal-fin origin with predorsal length 54.0% HL, origin behind middle of head; preanal vertebrae 100 .: eel-like; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bascanichthys Filaria is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal. Tropical Central Pacific: Indonesia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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