The dark snailfish
📖 Overview
The dark snailfish (Careproctus yanceyi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Liparidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 18.9 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 5; Anal soft rays: 53; Vertebrae: 63. This species is distinguished from its congeners by the following set of characters: black body with rounded head and horizontal mouth; simple canine teeth, along with a moderate, but developed ventral suction disk (
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for The dark snailfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range ? - 4119 m . Temperate Central Pacific: USA.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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