Swallow-tail
📖 Overview
Swallow-tail (Centroberyx lineatus), first described by Cuvier, 1829 is a large fish in the family Berycidae (order Beryciformes). Adults typically reach 46.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 15 to 280 metres. It occurs in Temperate waters. Diet is predominantly piscivorous, targeting other fish and larger prey. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Swallow-tail is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Swallow-tail is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic; depth range 15 - 280 m , usually 60 - ? m. Temperate Indian Ocean: Madagascar.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beryx lineatus | Cuvier | 1829 | Synonym |
| Trachichthodes lineatus | Cuvier | 1829 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 68 records indexed .
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