Chascanopsetta Prognatha
📖 Overview
Chascanopsetta Prognatha (Chascanopsetta prognatha) is a ray-finned fish of the family Bothidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. It occurs at depths between 494 and 550 metres. With a trophic level of 3.7, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 124 - 133; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 86 - 93; Vertebrae: 59 - 61. Similar to C. lugubris, but differs from it by lower jaw projecting well beyond the tip of the upper jaw, and the length of the lower, longer than head length. Mandibular membrane very thin, forming distinct gular pouch. Length of upper jaw about equal to head length . Length of lower jaw on ocular side 22.7-26.5% SL, on blind side 22.2-26.9; depth of caudal peduncle 4.0-4.9% SL .: short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Chascanopsetta Prognatha is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Chascanopsetta Prognatha is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Chascanopsetta Prognatha is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 494 - 550 m . Deep-water
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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