Yellow basslet
📖 Overview
Yellow basslet (Lipogramma flavescens) is a ray-finned fish of the family Grammatidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic, deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 2.2 cm. It occurs at depths between 180 and 290 metres. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Yellow basslet is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Yellow basslet is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 180 - 290 m . Deep-water Central Atlantic: Bahamas and Belize.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Yellow Basslet |
| 🏳️Catalan | Peix àvia solar |
| 🌍CES | kanícek žlutý |
| 🇫🇷French | Gramma jaune |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Gramma-amarelo |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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