Bigeye
📖 Overview
Bigeye (Epigonus pandionis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Epigonidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 23.5 cm. It occurs at depths between 200 and 600 metres. With a trophic level of 3.5, 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
Dorsal spines (total): 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 9. Membranous edge at the upper border of the gill cover is absent or poorly developed. No opercular spines. Caudal peduncle is short, body is deep . Specimens less than 8 cm SL with a dark band on peduncle at caudal base and a thin black ring on central part of peduncle (disappears in specimens greater than 11 cm SL) .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bigeye is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 200 - 600 m , usually 300 - 500 m . Deep-water; 37°N - 35°S South America (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apogon pandionis | Goode & Bean | 1881 | Synonym |
| Epigonus pandionus | Goode & Bean | 1881 | Synonym |
| Glossamia pandionis | Goode & Bean | 1881 | Synonym |
| Xystramia pandionis | Goode & Bean | 1881 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 10 records indexed .
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