Ghost flathead
📖 Overview
Ghost flathead (Hoplichthys regani) is a ray-finned fish of the family Hoplichthyidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 20 cm. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Ghost flathead is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Ghost flathead is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Ghost flathead is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Ghost flathead is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal. Deep-water West Pacific: Indonesia and northwestern Australia; also from Japan (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | plochohlavec Reganův |
| 🇯🇵Japanese | Harigochi · ハリゴチ |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 針牛尾 · 長指棘鯒(雷氏棘鯒) · 雷根氏針鯒 |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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