Hooked tonguesole
📖 Overview
Hooked tonguesole (Cynoglossus carpenteri) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cynoglossidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 23 cm. It occurs at depths between 27 and 420 metres. With a trophic level of 3.4, 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
Physical description for Hooked tonguesole is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hooked tonguesole is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Hooked tonguesole is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Hooked tonguesole is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 27 - 420 m . Deep-water Indian Ocean: seas of India to Persian Gulf.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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