Bathylagichthys Kobylianskyi
📖 Overview
Bathylagichthys Kobylianskyi (Bathylagichthys kobylianskyi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Bathylagidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 13 cm. It occurs at depths between 15 and 320 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 12 - 14; Anal soft rays: 10 - 13; Vertebrae: 43 - 45. This species is distinguished by the following characters: branchiostegal rays 2; vertebrae 43 - 45 (usually 44); gill rakers 25 - 31 (usually 27 - 31); short supraorbital bone do not reach posteriorly over centre of eye; caudal peduncle about as long as deep and of similar length to anal-fin base .Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bathylagichthys Kobylianskyi is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; pelagic-neritic; depth range 15 - 320 m . Tropical Southwest Pacific: New Zealand.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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