Lepidion Natalensis
📖 Overview
Lepidion Natalensis (Lepidion natalensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Moridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 41 cm. It occurs at depths between 370 and 1000 metres. With a trophic level of 3.5, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 59 - 65; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 49 - 52. Body greyish-pink in color, vertical fins darker .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Lepidion Natalensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic; depth range 370 - 1000 m . Subtropical Southeast Atlantic and Western Indian Ocean: off Natal and off the west coast of South Africa and Reunion Island.
🌿 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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