Maurolicus Walvisensis
📖 Overview
Maurolicus Walvisensis (Maurolicus walvisensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Sternoptychidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 4.7 cm. It occurs at depths between 0 and 50 metres. With a trophic level of 3.4, 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
Vertebrae: 33 - 35. AC photophores 22-27, usually 24-26. Head 29-31% SL, eye 10-11.5% SL, upper jaw 16-19% SL, maximum body depth well behind pectoral fin base 23-25%. Stomach pigmented, hind portion of intestine not pigmented .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Maurolicus Walvisensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Maurolicus Walvisensis is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Maurolicus Walvisensis is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathypelagic; depth range 0 - 50 m . Deep-water; 6°N - 37°S, 10°E - 53°E Southeast Atlantic: Along the continental slope of southwestern Africa.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | stříbrník jihooceánský |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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