African chimaera
📖 Overview
Overview information for African chimaera is currently being compiled by our editorial team.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 1; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 0. A shortnose chimaera with the dorsal fin spine longer than the head; 2nd dorsal fin with distinct concavity in the middle .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for African chimaera is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for African chimaera is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 421 - 750 m . Deep-water South Africa.
🌿 Ecology
ophiuroids (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chimaera africana | Gilchrist | 1922 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 7 records indexed .
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