Galapagos jawfish
📖 Overview
Galapagos jawfish (Opistognathus galapagensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Opistognathidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 16 cm. With a trophic level of 3.5, 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
Physical description for Galapagos jawfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Galapagos jawfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Galapagos jawfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Employ mouthbrooding to care for their young .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range ? - 10 m . Tropical Southeast Pacific: Galapagos Islands.
🌿 Ecology
benthic and planktonic invertebrates
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Galapagos Jawfish |
| 🌍CES | studnař galapážský |
| 🇩🇰Danish | Galapagos-kæbefisk |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Bocão-de-Galápagos |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | bocón grande de Galápagos |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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