Margrethia Valentinae
📖 Overview
Margrethia Valentinae (Margrethia valentinae) is a ray-finned fish of the family Gonostomatidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 7.2 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, 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
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 15; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 24 - 25. Dorsal adipose fin present.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Margrethia Valentinae is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Margrethia Valentinae is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Margrethia Valentinae is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathypelagic; oceanodromous . Deep-water Indian oceans, probably part of the circumglobal subtropical convergence fauna.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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