Melamphaes Pumilus
📖 Overview
Melamphaes Pumilus (Melamphaes pumilus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Melamphaidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 2.3 cm. It occurs at depths between 50 and 400 metres. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 3; Dorsal soft rays (total): 14 - 16; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 7 - 9; Vertebrae: 27 - 28. Head with sharp angle in lateral margin. Preopercle with angle smooth, rounded and slightly emarginate .: fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Melamphaes Pumilus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathypelagic; depth range 50 - 400 m , usually 300 - 400 m . Deep-water; 40°N - 10°N west of 25° or 30°W and one specimen at 24°34'N, 28°04'W.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melamphaes pumilis | Ebeling | 1962 | Synonym |
| Melanphaes pumilus | Ebeling | 1962 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 33 records indexed .
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