Himantolophus Stewarti
📖 Overview
Himantolophus Stewarti (Himantolophus stewarti) is a ray-finned fish of the family Himantolophidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 12.4 cm. It occurs at depths between 400 and 1413 metres. With a trophic level of 4.1, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
A species of the Himantolophus appelii group (as recognized by Bertelsen and Krefft, 1988), known only from females, distinguished from its sister-species, H. appelii, the only other member of this group, in having short distal and posterior escal appendages .: short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Himantolophus Stewarti is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 400 - 1413 m . Deep-water; 47°S - 48°S, 148°E - 149°E South Tasman Rise.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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