Limp eelpout
📖 Overview
Limp eelpout (Melanostigma gelatinosum) is a ray-finned fish of the family Zoarcidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 29 cm. It occurs at depths between 44 and 2561 metres. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 108; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 99; Vertebrae: 83. Pale brown or greyish in color .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Limp eelpout is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Limp eelpout is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Limp eelpout is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathypelagic; depth range 44 - 2561 m . Deep-water; 30°S -
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 7 records indexed .
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