Lycenchelys Antarctica
📖 Overview
Lycenchelys Antarctica (Lycenchelys antarctica) is a ray-finned fish of the family Zoarcidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 24.8 cm. It occurs at depths between 3248 and 5320 metres. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 106; Anal soft rays: 95 - 112; Vertebrae: 117 - 138. This species differs form all other Southern Ocean congeners by having very large head pores and the retrograde origin of the dorsal fin (predorsal distance 27-36.6% SL, free dorsal-fin pterygiophores 6-16; pelvic fin present; anal fin rays 95-112; vertebrae 117-138 .: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Lycenchelys Antarctica is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Lycenchelys Antarctica is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Lycenchelys Antarctica is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 3248 - 5320 m . Deep-water; 23°S - 63°S Southern Ocean and Atlantic: Scotia Sea abyss and Peru-Chile Trench (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lycenchelys atacamensis | Andriashev | 1980 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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