Longspine bellowfish
📖 Overview
Longspine bellowfish (Notopogon xenosoma) is a ray-finned fish of the family Centriscidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 17 cm. It occurs at depths between 255 and 610 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
Dorsal spines (total): 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 15 - 16; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 17 - 18. Uniform brownish red in color .: short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Longspine bellowfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Longspine bellowfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Longspine bellowfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 255 - 610 m . Deep-water South Africa; New Zealand (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Macrorhamphosus gracilis natalensis | Gilchrist | 1922 | Synonym |
| Macrorhamphosus natalensis | Gilchrist | 1922 | Synonym |
| Notopogon natalensis | Gilchrist | 1922 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 21 records indexed .
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