Lampanyctus Bristori
📖 Overview
Lampanyctus Bristori (Lampanyctus bristori), first described by Zahuranec, 2000 is a small fish in the family Myctophidae (order Myctophiformes). Adults typically reach 14.20 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. It occurs in Deep-water waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 14 - 15; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 16 - 19; Vertebrae: 36 - 38. 13-14 AO photophores; 7.5-9.5 tooth patches on the lower limb of the second gill arch; 35-36 lateral line organs . Pectoral fins with weak and flexible rays .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Lampanyctus Bristori is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathypelagic. Deep-water; 24°N - 17°N, 161°W - 153°W North Pacific.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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