Southern frogmouth
📖 Overview
Southern frogmouth (Chaunax atimovatae), first described by Ho & Ma, 2016 is a medium-sized fish in the family Chaunacidae (order Lophiiformes). Adults typically reach 21.10 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 145 to 637 metres. It occurs in Tropical 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 Southern frogmouth is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Southern frogmouth is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 145 - 637 m . Tropical South Africa.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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