The bumpy snailfish
📖 Overview
The bumpy snailfish (Careproctus colliculi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Liparidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 7.9 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 43; Anal soft rays: 40; Vertebrae: 53. This species is distinguished from its congeners by the following set of characters: well-developed suction disk; anteriorly positioned anus; simple canine teeth; 22 pectoral-fin rays, the upper 4 of which extend well beyond the other rays; round head; eight caudal-fin rays; large eye; and pink coloration with bumpy flesh, particularly anteriorly, in life .: elongated; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for The bumpy snailfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range ? - 3268 m . Temperate Central Pacific: USA.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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