Headband conger
📖 Overview
A benthic species found on the continental shelf . Generally known from trawl over muddy substrates . Minimum depth from Ref. 58018.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
The lateral line pores are in a double row and the dorsal-fin origin is back from vertical above pectoral-fin base. The median fins have dusky margins and the caudal fin ends in a black tip. The head has dark banding, especially over the top between the eyes .: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Headband conger is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Headband conger is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Headband conger is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 37 - 215 m . Tropical; 29°N - 23°S, 32°E - 166°E Central Pacific: New Caledonia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Head-band Conger · Headband Conger |
| 🌍CES | úhořovec mnohoskvrnný |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 8 records indexed .
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