Bolinichthys Distofax
📖 Overview
High-oceanic, found between 490-690 m during the day and from 100-200 m at night. Specimens larger than 30 mm are non-migratory . Mesopelagic . Sexual maturity at a length of 7,5 cm . In the Atlantic, gravid females were taken in February and April, suggesting a late summer spawning period .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Bolinichthys Distofax is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bolinichthys Distofax is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; pelagic-oceanic; non-migratory; depth range 100 - 690 m , usually 510 - 550 m . Deep-water; 46°N - 27°S, 123°E - 14°E known from the Western Pacific.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bolinichthys distophax | Johnson | 1975 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 15 records indexed .
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