Pawnee dragonfish
📖 Overview
Pawnee dragonfish (Bathophilus pawneei), first described by Parr, 1927 is a small fish in the family Stomiidae (order Stomiiformes). Adults typically reach 12.20 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 100 to 3000 metres. It occurs in Deep-water waters. Diet is predominantly piscivorous, targeting other fish and larger prey. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 14 - 16; Anal soft rays: 15 - 16. Body long and slender. Mouth large, gape straight .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pawnee dragonfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathypelagic; depth range 100 - 3000 m . Deep-water; 36°N - 34°S, 98°W - 154°W Southwest Atlantic: off Brazil (27°S, 37°W).
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bathophilus chironema | Regan & Trewavas | 1930 | Synonym |
| Bathophilus melas | Regan & Trewavas | 1930 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 23 records indexed .
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