Smooth seabass
📖 Overview
Smooth seabass (Malakichthys levis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Malakichthyidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 15.9 cm. It occurs at depths between 143 and 256 metres. With a trophic level of 3.7, it is a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 8. This species is distinct in having the following characters: no paired spines on chin; proximal-middle radial of first anal-fin pterygiophore is broad with cone-shaped hollow lacking lamellar septum; well developed lateral wing; A III, 8; pectoral-fin rays 14; gill rakers on lower arm 20-23; 49-53 scales on lateral line; 5-7 transverse scale rows above lateral line; body depth 26-35% SL .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Smooth seabass is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathypelagic; depth range 143 - 256 m . Tropical; 11°S - 21°S, 116°E - 126°E North West Cape, Western Australia to Cape Arnhem, Northern Territory.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Smooth Seabass |
| 🌍CES | kanicovka severoaustralská |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Cabrilha-lisa |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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