Gavialiceps Taeniola
📖 Overview
Gavialiceps Taeniola (Gavialiceps taeniola) is a ray-finned fish of the family Muraenesocidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 64.7 cm. It occurs at depths between 350 and 1046 metres. With a trophic level of 3.8, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 256 - 300; Anal soft rays: 183 - 280. : eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Gavialiceps Taeniola is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Gavialiceps Taeniola is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Gavialiceps Taeniola is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 350 - 1046 m . Deep-water Indian Ocean: Arabian Sea, Oman, and Bay of Bengal.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | pamuréna pentlicovitá |
| 🇯🇵Japanese | ワタクズハモ |
| 🌍THA | ปลายอดจากปากตะโขง |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nettastoma taeniola | Alcock | 1889 | Synonym |
| Saurenchelys taeniola | Alcock | 1889 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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