Leptostomias Gracilis
📖 Overview
Leptostomias Gracilis (Leptostomias gracilis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Stomiidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 38 cm. With a trophic level of 4.5, it is an apex predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Leptostomias Gracilis is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Leptostomias Gracilis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Leptostomias Gracilis is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Leptostomias Gracilis is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; pelagic-oceanic. Subtropical; 30°N - 34°S South Africa.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | svítivec štíhlý |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melanostomias gracilis | Regan & Trewavas | 1930 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 14 records indexed .
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