Leptostomias Gladiator
📖 Overview
Leptostomias Gladiator (Leptostomias gladiator) is a ray-finned fish of the family Stomiidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 37.3 cm. It occurs at depths between 0 and 5000 metres. With a trophic level of 4.2, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 19 - 22; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 23 - 29. Body slender. Blackish brown to deep black. Bulb of barbel creamy yellow, photophores violet .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Leptostomias Gladiator is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Leptostomias Gladiator is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Leptostomias Gladiator is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathypelagic; depth range 0 - 5000 m. Deep-water; 51°N - 41°S, 98°W - 154°W South Africa.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leptostomias problematicus | Parr | 1927 | Synonym |
| Leptostomias ramosus | Regan & Trewavas | 1930 | Synonym |
| Melanostomias gladiator | Zugmayer | 1911 | Synonym |
| Melanostomias problematicus | Parr | 1927 | Synonym |
| Melanostomias ramosus | Regan & Trewavas | 1930 | Synonym |
| Nematostomias gladiator | Zugmayer | 1911 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 48 records indexed .
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