Newfoundland eelpout
📖 Overview
Newfoundland eelpout (Lycodes lavalaei), first described by Vladykov & Tremblay, 1936 is a large fish in the family Zoarcidae (order Perciformes). Adults typically reach 56.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 24 to 535 metres. It occurs in Temperate waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Newfoundland eelpout is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Newfoundland eelpout is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 24 - 535 m . Temperate; 63°N - 42°N, 70°W - 43°W Northwest Atlantic: Canada.
🌿 Ecology
bottom invertebrates and fishes (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lycodes lavalei | Vladykov & Tremblay | 1936 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 13 records indexed .
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