Gyrinomimus Myersi
📖 Overview
Gyrinomimus Myersi (Gyrinomimus myersi), first described by Parr, 1934 is a small fish in the family Cetomimidae (order Beryciformes). Adults typically reach 6.60 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 1280 to 2791 metres. It occurs in Deep-water waters. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Data Deficient.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 17; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 17; Vertebrae: 47 - 56. : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Gyrinomimus Myersi is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathypelagic; depth range 1280 - 2791 m . Deep-water Central Atlantic: Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gyrinomimus simplex | Parr | 1946 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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