Yellowmouth jawfish
📖 Overview
Yellowmouth jawfish (Opistognathus melachasme) 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 10 cm. It occurs at depths between 146 and 265 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
Physical description for Yellowmouth jawfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Yellowmouth jawfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Yellowmouth jawfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Yellowmouth jawfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 146 - 265 m . Subtropical; 37°N - 19°N North Carolina in USA to Cuba and eastern Mexico.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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