Chaunacops Roseus
📖 Overview
Chaunacops Roseus (Chaunacops roseus), first described by Barbour, 1941 is a medium-sized fish in the family Chaunacidae (order Lophiiformes). Adults typically reach 21.90 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 1023 to 2200 metres. It occurs in Deep-water 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 Chaunacops Roseus is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Chaunacops Roseus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 1023 - 2200 m . Deep-water; 40°N - 19°N Atlantic Ocean: Azores.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bathychaunax roseus | Barbour | 1941 | Synonym |
| Chaunax roseus | Barbour | 1941 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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