Rough lanternfish
📖 Overview
Oceanic and mesopelagic, found between 0-200 m at night . Recorded from the stomachs of Champsocephalus gunnari and Dissostichus eleginoides.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 13 - 15; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 20 - 22.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Rough lanternfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathypelagic; oceanodromous ; depth range 0 - ? m. Deep-water; 47°S - 62°S south of 60°S between about 75°W and 120°W.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrona subasper | Günther | 1864 | Synonym |
| Myctophum megalops | Peters | 1864 | Synonym |
| Scopelus stellatus | Bennett | 1840 | Heterotypic |
| Scopelus subasper | Günther | 1864 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 24 records indexed .
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