Longfin Baikal sculpin
📖 Overview
Longfin Baikal sculpin (Cottocomephorus inermis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cottocomephoridae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 22 cm. It occurs at depths between 50 and 500 metres. With a trophic level of 3.2, 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): 8 - 10; Dorsal soft rays (total): 18 - 21; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 20 - 22. : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Longfin Baikal sculpin is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; potamodromous ; depth range 50 - 500 m . Boreal; 4°C - 20°C endemic to Lake Baikal.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Longfin Baikal sculpin |
| 🇩🇪German | Langflossige Baikalgroppe |
| 🌍EST | Pikkuim-õlihärg |
| 🇷🇺Russian | длиннокрылая широколобка |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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