Sleeper torpedo
📖 Overview
Sleeper torpedo (Crassinarke dormitor) is a ray-finned fish of the family Narkidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 13.7 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Sleeper torpedo is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Sleeper torpedo is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 80 - ? m . Temperate South China Sea.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Sleeper Torpedo |
| 🇯🇵Japanese | ネムリシビレエイ |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 堅皮單鰭電鰩 · 堅皮單鰭電鱝 · 睡電鱝 · 花痹 · 雷魚 · 電[魚本] · 電魴 |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crassinarke domitor | Takagi | 1951 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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