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🌊 Marine Data Deficient 🌡️ Subtropical

Emperor greeneye

Chlorophthalmus imperator Fujiwara, Wada & Motomura, 2019
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Max Length
17.5 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.6
Depth
349–605 m
Climate
Subtropical
Resilience
-
Vulnerability
11.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Emperor greeneye (Chlorophthalmus imperator) is a ray-finned fish of the family Chlorophthalmidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 17.5 cm. It occurs at depths between 349 and 605 metres. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.

Scientific Name
Chlorophthalmus imperator
Authority
Fujiwara, Wada & Motomura, 2019
Habitat
Marine
Climate
Subtropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
17.5 cm
Depth Range
349–605 m
Trophic Level
3.6
Vulnerability
11.00/100
Salinity
30–40 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Emperor greeneye is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Emperor greeneye is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Emperor greeneye is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Emperor greeneye is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 349 - 605 m . Subtropical Northwest Pacific: Emperor Seamount Chain.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
🌊 Marine
Trophic Level
3.6±0.5

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00339 × L3.13 (TL)
Max TL
17.5cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
30–40ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2019

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Fishing Vulnerability
11.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.6
Predator
Climate Zone
Subtropical
Described By
Fujiwara, Wada & Motomura, 2019

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