Tonkin numbfish
📖 Overview
Tonkin numbfish (Narcine prodorsalis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Narcinidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 40 cm. With a trophic level of 3.1, 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 Tonkin numbfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Tonkin numbfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Tonkin numbfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Tonkin numbfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range ? - 50 m . Tropical; 23°N - 8°S, 70°E - 115°E West Pacific: India to China (South China Sea), Indonesia and possibly Philippines.
🌿 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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