Hairy seabat
📖 Overview
Hairy seabat (Halieutaea hancocki) is a ray-finned fish of the family Ogcocephalidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 13 cm. It occurs at depths between 200 and 250 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 5; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 4. : short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hairy seabat is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Hairy seabat is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Hairy seabat is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 200 - 250 m . Deep-water Indian Ocean: in tropical waters.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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