Bathymaster Derjugini
📖 Overview
Bathymaster Derjugini (Bathymaster derjugini) is a ray-finned fish of the family Bathymasteridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 18 cm. It occurs at depths between 0 and 65 metres. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 2; Dorsal soft rays (total): 39 - 40; Anal spines: 1 - 2; Anal soft rays: 29 - 31. Resemble B. leurolepis but easily distinguished by a distinct dark (blue when fresh) blotch on the operculum, and a smaller number of lateral line scales. Attains about 15 cm SL.: elongated; Cross section: circular.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bathymaster Derjugini is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Pairing observed during breeding .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 0 - 65 m . Temperate Northwest Pacific: Kuril Islands and Tartar Strait to Peter the Great Bay, Japan Sea.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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