Southern Dark Toadfish
📖 Overview
Southern Dark Toadfish (Neophrynichthys heterospilos) is a ray-finned fish of the family Psychrolutidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 33 cm. It occurs at depths between 262 and 290 metres. With a trophic level of 3.5, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Southern Dark Toadfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Southern Dark Toadfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Southern Dark Toadfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Southern Dark Toadfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 262 - 290 m . Deep-water Southwest Pacific: New Zealand.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Southern Dark Toadfish |
| 🌍CES | tlustohlavec novozélandský |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 1 records indexed .
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