Large-disc snailfish
📖 Overview
Large-disc snailfish (Careproctus macrodiscus) 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 44 cm. It occurs at depths between 130 and 780 metres. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Large-disc snailfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Large-disc snailfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 130 - 780 m . Deep-water Northwest Pacific: Sea of Okhotsk.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Large-disc snailfish |
| 🌍CES | terčovník severokurilský |
| 🇯🇵Japanese | Ohotsukukon-nyakuuo · オホーツクオンニャクウオ · オホーツクコンニャクウオ |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Большедисковый карепрокт · Карепрокт большедисковый |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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