Bathysolea Polli
📖 Overview
Bathysolea Polli (Bathysolea polli) is a ray-finned fish of the family Soleidae. 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 380 and 420 metres. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 72 - 82; Anal soft rays: 59 - 66; Vertebrae: 42 - 44. Body uniform dark brown in color on eyed-side; 2-3 dorsal pterygiophores articulating on dorsoposterior margin of anteriorly curved neural spine of second precaudal vertebra; urohyal with angle usually greater than 100°; length of posteriormost dorsal fin ray in caudal peduncle depth usually less than 1.5.: short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bathysolea Polli is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Bathysolea Polli is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Bathysolea Polli is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 380 - 420 m . Deep-water
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capartella polli | Chabanaud | 1950 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 8 records indexed .
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