Moppet eelpout
📖 Overview
Moppet eelpout (Krusensterniella infans) is a ray-finned fish of the family Zoarcidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic, deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 8.3 cm. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Anal soft rays: 106; Vertebrae: 124. This species is distinguished from its congeners by the following characters: total vertebrae 124 (precaudal 26), D 121 (67 X 44, all spiny rays 77); pungent spines of dorsal fin are associated with vertebrae 70-80; preoperculomandibular pores 6; developed scales only on the caudal part of the body .Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Moppet eelpout is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Moppet eelpout is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Moppet eelpout is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range ? - 240 m . Deep-water Northwest Pacific: southern Kuril Islands (Urup Strait).
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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