Bathycongrus Aequoreus
📖 Overview
Bathycongrus Aequoreus (Bathycongrus aequoreus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Congridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 51.7 cm. It occurs at depths between 300 and 686 metres. With a trophic level of 3.9, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Vertebrae: 174 - 180. Myomeres in larvae 172-183. Predorsal vertebrae 9-10. Dorsal rays before anus 66-74.: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bathycongrus Aequoreus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 300 - 686 m . Deep-water Central Pacific: Hawaii and possibly further south and east.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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