Thickhead lanternfish
📖 Overview
Thickhead lanternfish (Hygophum atratum) is a ray-finned fish of the family Myctophidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6 cm. It occurs at depths between 600 and 3132 metres. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 11 - 14; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 18 - 21; Vertebrae: 35 - 37. Branchiostegal rays: 8-9 .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Thickhead lanternfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathypelagic; depth range 600 - 3132 m . Deep-water; 30°N - 30°S South China Sea (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Thickhead Lanternfish |
| 🌍CES | lampovníček černavý |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Калифорнийский хигоф |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | linternilla cabezona |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 30 records indexed .
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