Snubnose whiptail
📖 Overview
Snubnose whiptail (Kuronezumia leonis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Macrouridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 50 cm. It occurs at depths between 161 and 850 metres. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 2. Brownish in color.: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Snubnose whiptail is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Snubnose whiptail is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Snubnose whiptail is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic; depth range 161 - 850 m . Deep-water; - 35°S Southeast Atlantic: Namibia and off Cape Point, South Africa.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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