Chascanopsetta Crumenalis
📖 Overview
Chascanopsetta Crumenalis (Chascanopsetta crumenalis), first described by Gilbert & Cramer, 1897 is a medium-sized fish in the family Bothidae (order Pleuronectiformes). Adults typically reach 22.50 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 443 to 640 metres. It occurs in Deep-water waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 119 - 123; Anal soft rays: 84 - 86; Vertebrae: 56 - 58. Length of lower jaw on ocular side 26.4-34.2 % in SL, on blind side 27.2-34.8; depth of caudal peduncle 5.2-6.0 % in SL .: short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Chascanopsetta Crumenalis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 443 - 640 m . Deep-water Central Pacific: Hawaii.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pelecanichthys crumenalis | Gilbert & Cramer | 1897 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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