Mustelus Minicanis
📖 Overview
Mustelus Minicanis (Mustelus minicanis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Triakidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 47.8 cm. It occurs at depths between 71 and 183 metres. With a trophic level of 3.5, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Mustelus Minicanis is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Mustelus Minicanis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Mustelus Minicanis is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Ovoviviparous, embryos feed solely on yolk .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic; depth range 71 - 183 m . Tropical Central Atlantic: known only from the coast of South America between Cape La Vela, Colombia and Rio Caribe, Venezuela.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 1 records indexed .
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