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🌊 Marine 🌡️ Polar

Arctic lumpsucker

Cyclopteropsis mcalpini Fowler, 1914
Max Length
7.5 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.2
Depth
109–329 m
Climate
Polar
Resilience
Low
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Arctic lumpsucker (Cyclopteropsis mcalpini) 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 7.5 cm. It occurs at depths between 109 and 329 metres. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.

Scientific Name
Cyclopteropsis mcalpini
Authority
Fowler, 1914
Habitat
Marine
Climate
Polar
Max Length
7.5 cm
Depth Range
109–329 m
Trophic Level
3.2
Resilience
Low
Vulnerability
10.00/100
Salinity
30–40 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Arctic lumpsucker is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Arctic lumpsucker is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

aquatic invertebrates
small fish
algae
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

Egg Diameter
5mm
Fecundity
60–70eggs

A clutch of 60-70 eggs of 5mm diameter is deposited in shells or protected areas. Parental care possible .

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Marine; demersal; depth range 109 - 329 m , usually 174 - ? m . Polar; 84°N - 66°N, 81°W - 68°E

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
🌊 Marine ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
3.2±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.02089 × L3.03 (TL)
Max TL
7.5cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
30–40ppt

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Low
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
10.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.2
Predator
Climate Zone
Polar
Described By
Fowler, 1914

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