Myroconger Prolixus
📖 Overview
Myroconger Prolixus (Myroconger prolixus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Myrocongridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 38.3 cm. It occurs at depths between 260 and 280 metres. With a trophic level of 3.7, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 398; Anal soft rays: 239; Vertebrae: 147. very slender body, relatively long snout, very slender neurocranium, prominent and sharp teeth, especially those on intermaxillary and inner row of maxilla and dentary; precaudal vertebrae 71.: eel-like; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Myroconger Prolixus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Myroconger Prolixus is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Myroconger Prolixus is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 260 - 280 m . Deep-water
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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