Neoscopelus Serranoi
📖 Overview
Neoscopelus Serranoi (Neoscopelus serranoi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Neoscopelidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 23.6 cm. It occurs at depths between 608 and 766 metres. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 13 - 14; Anal soft rays: 10 - 12. This species is distinguished from its congeners by the following set of characters: short anal fin base 25.7-34% HL; short pelvic fin 40.4-59.6% HL; LO photophores 20-24; greater eye 20.3-28.8% HL; longer pre-anal distance 72.2-79% SL; gillrakers 14-15 .: fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Neoscopelus Serranoi is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathypelagic; depth range 608 - 766 m . Temperate Northeast Atlantic: Ireland and Spain.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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