Blotch whiptail
📖 Overview
Blotch whiptail (Coelorinchus maculatus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Macrouridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. It occurs at depths between 392 and 545 metres. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Blotch whiptail is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Blotch whiptail is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Blotch whiptail is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Blotch whiptail is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 392 - 545 m . Deep-water West Pacific: northwestern Australia (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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