Treadfin grenadier
📖 Overview
Treadfin grenadier (Gadomus longifilis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Macrouridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 30 cm. It occurs at depths between 630 and 2165 metres. With a trophic level of 3.2, 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
Brownish in color. Mouth and gill chamber dark brown to black. Dark median stripe on the gill lamellae .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Treadfin grenadier is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Treadfin grenadier is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Treadfin grenadier is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathypelagic; depth range 630 - 2165 m . Deep-water; 42°N - 4°S, 98°W - 10°E east coast of Florida, Straits of Florida, the Gulf of Mexico, and the Caribbean Sea.
🌿 Ecology
small crustaceans (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bathygadus longifilis | Goode & Bean | 1885 | Synonym |
| Hymenocephalus longifilis | Goode & Bean | 1885 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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