Spotted greeneye
📖 Overview
Spotted greeneye (Chlorophthalmus punctatus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Chlorophthalmidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 20 cm. With a trophic level of 3.5, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 11 - 12; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 9 - 10. Body yellow-brown with irregular darker blotching .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Spotted greeneye is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal, usually 280 - 450 m . Deep-water Southeast Atlantic: east and west coasts of South Africa.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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