Tasmanian numbfish
📖 Overview
Found on sand or mud bottoms, occasionally near rocky reefs . Feeds on amphipods, shrimp, and worms . Produces 1-8 (normally 3) pups during each gestation. Both sexes mature at ca. 20-21 cm TL; born at 9-12 cm TL
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Tasmanian numbfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Tasmanian numbfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 5 - 640 m , usually 100 - 300 m . Temperate; 30°S - 44°S, 126°E - 154°E Southeast Indian Ocean and Southwest Pacific: Australia (including New South Wales, South Australia, Victoria and Tasmania).
🌿 Ecology
amphipods, shrimp, and worms (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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