Arabian eelpout
📖 Overview
Arabian eelpout (Pachycara arabica) is a ray-finned fish of the family Zoarcidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 30.4 cm. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 98; Anal soft rays: 82; Vertebrae: 103. Head and body pale gray. Lateral line configuration ventromediolateral, with the bend above the pectoral fin. Abdomen and pectoral fin bases with scales; predorsal naked. Pectoral fin length 13.3% SL. Mouth subterminal .: elongated; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Arabian eelpout is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Arabian eelpout is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Arabian eelpout is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range ? - 4050 m . Deep-water Indian Ocean: Arabian Sea.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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