Coelorinchus Yurii
📖 Overview
Coelorinchus Yurii (Coelorinchus yurii) is a ray-finned fish of the family Macrouridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 54.1 cm. It occurs at depths between 800 and 1900 metres. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 2; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8 - 9. Light organ small, not externally visible. Anterolateral snout margin not entirely supported by bone. Snout pointed with underside covered with tiny scales. Nasal fossa almost entirely naked. Space between two dorsal small usually less than the base of the first dorsal. Overall coloration dark brown in large adults, lighter brown in smaller individuals. Fins all blackish.: elongated; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Coelorinchus Yurii is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic; depth range 800 - 1900 m . Deep-water; 8°S - 10°S, 59°E - 61°E Central Indian Ocean: Seychelles and Mascarene Ridge.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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