Deepsea dragonfish
📖 Overview
Deepsea dragonfish (Eustomias trewavasae) is a ray-finned fish of the family Stomiidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 26 cm. It occurs at depths between 0 and 1000 metres. With a trophic level of 4.5, it is an apex predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 20 - 26; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 31 - 37. : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Deepsea dragonfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Deepsea dragonfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Deepsea dragonfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathypelagic; depth range 0 - 1000 m . Deep-water; 33°S - 40°S
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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