Slender sand-diver
📖 Overview
Slender sand-diver (Creedia haswelli) is a ray-finned fish of the family Creediidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 7.5 cm. It occurs at depths between 27 and 200 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 12 - 15; Anal soft rays: 27 - 28; Vertebrae: 42 - 45. : eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Slender sand-diver is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Slender sand-diver is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Slender sand-diver is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 27 - 200 m . Subtropical West Pacific: endemic to southern Australia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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