Bathytroctes Macrognathus
📖 Overview
Bathytroctes Macrognathus (Bathytroctes macrognathus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Alepocephalidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 24.2 cm. It occurs at depths between 3940 and 4820 metres. With a trophic level of 3.5, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Bathytroctes Macrognathus is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bathytroctes Macrognathus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathypelagic; depth range 3940 - 4820 m . Deep-water Central Pacific: off Guatemala.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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