McCosker's worm eel
📖 Overview
McCosker's worm eel (Neenchelys mccoskeri) is a ray-finned fish of the family Ophichthidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic, deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 52.2 cm. It occurs at depths between 100 and 400 metres. With a trophic level of 4.2, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Vertebrae: 172 - 184. This species is distinguished by the following set of characters: head 6.4-7.7% TL, tail 57-63% TL; slender body, depth at gill opening 1.5-3.2% TL; a pointed appendage on the posterior rim of anterior nostril; dorsal-fin origin located mid trunk, distance from dorsal-fin origin to a vertical through the anus 46-59% of trunk length; minute pectoral fins, 1.5-4.3% HL; total vertebrae 172-184, predorsal 34-41, preanal 62-68; mean vertebral formula 36.9-65.0-178.7 . : eel-like; Cross section: other (see remarks).
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for McCosker's worm eel is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 100 - 400 m . Deep-water
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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