Bumpy lumpsucker
📖 Overview
Bumpy lumpsucker (Cyclopteropsis inarmatus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyclopteridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6.4 cm. It occurs at depths between 76 and 150 metres. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 6; Dorsal soft rays (total): 12; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 10. No bony conical tubercles or spiny plates; skin with low bumps and leathery tubercles lacking subdermal bony plates on head and body, including top of head, chin, throat, pectoral fin base. First dorsal fin overgrown with skin .: short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bumpy lumpsucker is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 76 - 150 m . Polar
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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