Bridge duckbill eel
📖 Overview
Bridge duckbill eel (Nettenchelys gephyra) 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 43.1 cm. It occurs at depths between 0 and 412 metres. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Vertebrae: 158. Anterior median vomerine teeth enlarged. Posterior nostril on top of head about midway between posterior margin of eye and occiput. Mature at 43 cm TL. Other characteristics: Lateral line pores 44.: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bridge duckbill eel is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 0 - 412 m . Deep-water
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Bridge Duckbill Eel |
| 🌍CES | štíhlohlavec novokaledonský |
| 🇯🇵Japanese | Hashikuzuanago · ハシクズアナゴ |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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