Bathycongrus Nasicus
📖 Overview
Bathycongrus Nasicus (Bathycongrus nasicus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Congridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. It occurs at depths between 230 and 1040 metres. With a trophic level of 3.8, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Interorbital width very narrow, strongly convex in specimens larger than 30 cm, lightly convex in smaller specimens. Dorsal fin origin above front of base of pectoral fins. Preanal LL pores 38-41.: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bathycongrus Nasicus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Bathycongrus Nasicus is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Bathycongrus Nasicus is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 230 - 1040 m . Deep-water Indian Ocean: Gulf of Aden, Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congromuraena nasica | Alcock | 1894 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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