Deep-water arrowtooth eel
📖 Overview
Deep-water arrowtooth eel (Histiobranchus bathybius) is a ray-finned fish of the family Synaphobranchidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. It occurs at depths between 295 and 5440 metres. With a trophic level of 4.2, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 312 - 354; Anal soft rays: 199 - 245; Vertebrae: 131 - 140. Dorsal fin rays anterior to anus 98-139; precaudal vertebrae 65-72 (usually 68-69); lateral line pores before anus 50-56 . Plain brown to black in color . Pectorals small .: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Deep-water arrowtooth eel is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic; depth range 295 - 5440 m , usually ? - 2420 m . Deep-water; 1°C - 6°C ; 70°N - 56°S, 180°W - 180°E North Atlantic and North Pacific.
🌿 Ecology
fishes, crustaceans, and squid (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Histiobranchus infernalis | Gill | 1883 | Synonym |
| Synaphobranchus bathybius | Günther | 1877 | Homotypic |
| Synaphobranchus infernalis | Gill | 1883 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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