New Zealand orange perch
📖 Overview
New Zealand orange perch (Lepidoperca aurantia) is a ray-finned fish of the family Anthiadidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 25.7 cm. It occurs at depths between 102 and 604 metres. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 10; Dorsal soft rays (total): 15 - 16; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 8; Vertebrae: 26.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for New Zealand orange perch is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 102 - 604 m . Deep-water Southwest Pacific: Mernoo Bank, Chatham Rise, Challenger Plateau.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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