Finless flounder
📖 Overview
Finless flounder (Neoachiropsetta milfordi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Achiropsettidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 57 cm. It occurs at depths between 165 and 1012 metres. With a trophic level of 3.9, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 117 - 139; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 104 - 124; Vertebrae: 62 - 66. Brownish grey; median fins darker; pelvic fin on eyed side with 7 rays, on blind side 6-7 rays .: short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Finless flounder is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 165 - 1012 m . Deep-water Southwest Pacific: southern New Zealand.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apterygopectus avilesi | Ojeda R. | 1978 | Synonym |
| Apterygopectus milfordi | Penrith | 1965 | Synonym |
| Mancopsetta milfordi | Penrith | 1965 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 12 records indexed .
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