Cook's rattail
📖 Overview
Cook's rattail (Coelorinchus cookianus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Macrouridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 30 cm. It occurs at depths between 446 and 1175 metres. With a trophic level of 3.5, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Cook's rattail is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Cook's rattail is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic; depth range 446 - 1175 m . Temperate; 31°S - 50°S, 160°E - 177°W Southwest Pacific: endemic to New Zealand.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Cook's rattail |
| 🌍CES | hlavoun Cookův |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caelorinchus cookianus | McCann & McKnight | 1980 | Synonym |
| Coelorhynchus cookianus | McCann & McKnight | 1980 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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