Nettenchelys Dionisi
📖 Overview
Nettenchelys Dionisi (Nettenchelys dionisi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Nettastomatidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 62 cm. It occurs at depths between 350 and 400 metres. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Vertebrae: 132 - 165. Posterior nostril is located on the dorsal side of the head midway between the posterior margin of the eye and supratemporal commissure; presence of median row of large teeth in the anterior part of the vomer .: eel-like; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Nettenchelys Dionisi is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Nettenchelys Dionisi is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Nettenchelys Dionisi is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 350 - 400 m . Deep-water Central Atlantic: Tenerife, Canary Islands.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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