Southern conger
📖 Overview
Southern conger (Gnathophis capensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Congridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 37 cm. With a trophic level of 3.5, 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
Vertebrae: 128 - 135. Olive brown dorsally, silvery on head, lighter ventrally. Dusky margin on median fins.: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Southern conger is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Southern conger is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Southern conger is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal. Subtropical Southeast Atlantic: False Bay to Plettenberg Bay, South Africa.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 7 records indexed .
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