Ribbon sawtail fish
📖 Overview
Ribbon sawtail fish (Idiacanthus fasciola) is a ray-finned fish of the family Stomiidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 48.9 cm. It occurs at depths between 0 and 2000 metres. With a trophic level of 3.9, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 62 - 72; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 39 - 46. Pelvic fins of females with 6 soft rays, absent in males . No true gill rakers . Dark brown or pale in male and black or dark brownish black in female .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Ribbon sawtail fish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Ribbon sawtail fish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathypelagic; depth range 0 - 2000 m , usually 30 - 800 m . Deep-water; 40°N - 54°S, 85°W - 150°W North Atlantic: north of 10°N.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bathyophis ferox | Günther | 1878 | Synonym |
| Idiacanthus ferox | Günther | 1878 | Synonym |
| Stylophthalmus paradoxus | Brauer | 1902 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 219 records indexed .
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