Indian sabretooth
📖 Overview
Indian sabretooth (Evermannella indica) is a ray-finned fish of the family Evermannellidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 11.9 cm. It occurs at depths between 500 and 800 metres. With a trophic level of 4.1, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 12 - 13; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 27 - 31; Vertebrae: 48 - 52. Color in alcohol light brown with numerous melanophores on head and body . Pigmentation varies from pale-colored pigmentation to a brownish-black pigmentation . Branchiostegal rays: 8 .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Indian sabretooth is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Indian sabretooth is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathypelagic; depth range 500 - 800 m . Deep-water South China Sea (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Odontostomus balbo atlanticus | Borodin | 1931 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 56 records indexed .
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