Deepwater triplefin
📖 Overview
Adults are found on the lower shelf and upper slopes all around mainland New Zealand . Eggs are hemispherical and covered with numerous sticky threads that anchor them in the algae on the nesting sites . Larvae are planktonic which occur primarily in shallow, nearshore waters . Minimum depth from Ref. 58018.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Deepwater triplefin is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Deepwater triplefin is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic; depth range 97 - 500 m . Temperate Southwest Pacific: New Zealand.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forsterygion profundum | Fricke & Roberts | 1994 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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