Tropical Pacific sandlance
📖 Overview
Tropical Pacific sandlance (Bleekeria viridianguilla) is a ray-finned fish of the family Ammodytidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 14.6 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Anal spines: 0. Mouth large; lower jaw strongly projecting; upper jaw protrusible.: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Tropical Pacific sandlance is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic; depth range ? - 80 m . Tropical; 27°N - 21°S, 117°E - 123°E
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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