Falcate snailfish
📖 Overview
Falcate snailfish (Careproctus cypselurus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Liparidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 32.3 cm. It occurs at depths between 35 and 1993 metres. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 58 - 64; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 52 - 58; Vertebrae: 64 - 70. Pectoral fin slightly notched; disk length 13.2 to 20.0% of head length . Body indigo; fins black; peritoneum black; stomach pale .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Falcate snailfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 35 - 1993 m . Deep-water North Pacific: off Japan, and from the Sea of Okhotsk to off Washington, USA.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prognurus cypselurus | Jordan & Gilbert | 1898 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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