Malacosarcus Macrostoma
📖 Overview
Malacosarcus Macrostoma (Malacosarcus macrostoma) is a ray-finned fish of the family Stephanoberycidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 8.9 cm. It occurs at depths between 2777 and 4438 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Snout not protruding beyond premaxillary symphysis .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Malacosarcus Macrostoma is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Malacosarcus Macrostoma is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Malacosarcus Macrostoma is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathypelagic; depth range 2777 - 4438 m . Deep-water Central Pacific: in tropical waters; and questionably Northeastern Atlantic (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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