Blachea Longicaudalis
📖 Overview
Blachea Longicaudalis (Blachea longicaudalis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Congridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 68.3 cm. It occurs at depths between 400 and 461 metres. With a trophic level of 4, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 211 - 222; Anal soft rays: 154 - 157; Vertebrae: 168 - 176. Diagnosis: The distal ends of the 5th-7th rays of branchiostegal membrane protruding outside through branchiostegal membrane. Vertebrae 168-176; trunk vertebrae 74-77. Dorsal fin rays 211-222. Anal fin rays154-157 .: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Blachea Longicaudalis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 400 - 461 m . Deep-water
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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