Shorthead conger
📖 Overview
Shorthead conger (Bathycongrus macrurus) 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 25 cm. It occurs at depths between 265 and 590 metres. With a trophic level of 3.7, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Shorthead conger is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 265 - 590 m . Deep-water; 31°N - 5°N Central Pacific: Gulf of California to Panama.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | shorthead conger |
| 🌍CES | úhořovec dlouhý |
| 🇫🇷French | Congre à Tête Courte |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | congrio cabeza corta · Congrio de Cabeza Corta |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ophisoma macrurum | Gilbert | 1891 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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