Chionobathyscus Dewitti
📖 Overview
Chionobathyscus Dewitti (Chionobathyscus dewitti) is a ray-finned fish of the family Channichthyidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 60 cm. It occurs at depths between 500 and 2000 metres. With a trophic level of 3.8, it is a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Chionobathyscus Dewitti is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Chionobathyscus Dewitti is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 500 - 2000 m. Deep-water; 60°S - 79°S, 70°W - 60°E Southern Ocean: probably circum-Antarctic on the continental shelf and slope.
🌿 Ecology
krill and fish (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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