Trident grenadier
📖 Overview
Trident grenadier (Coryphaenoides delsolari) 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 51 cm. It occurs at depths between 300 and 1650 metres. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 2; Anal spines: 0. Head large; eyes also large; snout short, bluntly pointed: elongated; Cross section: circular.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Trident grenadier is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Trident grenadier is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Trident grenadier is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; non-migratory; depth range 300 - 1650 m , usually 600 - 1200 m . Deep-water; 6°N - 33°S, 94°W - 70°W central Chile, including the Galapagos Islands.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 1 records indexed .
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