Eumicrotremus Barbatus
📖 Overview
Eumicrotremus Barbatus (Eumicrotremus barbatus) 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 6.5 cm. It occurs at depths between 74 and 220 metres. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 8; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10 - 11; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 11; Vertebrae: 28 - 29. Body with bony tubercles and dermal papillae; no bony tubercles on interorbital region; first dorsal fin high, crescent in shape; nostril and sensory pores on lower jaw with long tubes .: short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Eumicrotremus Barbatus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 74 - 220 m . Temperate North Pacific: off Abashiri, Japan, off Paramushir Island in the Kuril Islands and the shore of Igitkin Island in the Aleutian chain.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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