Snubnose eelpout
📖 Overview
Snubnose eelpout (Pachycara bulbiceps) 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 51.5 cm. It occurs at depths between 2400 and 4780 metres. 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 Snubnose eelpout is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Snubnose eelpout is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Snubnose eelpout is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Snubnose eelpout is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 2400 - 4780 m . Deep-water; 56°N - 7°N, 135°W - 16°W Northeast Pacific: British Columbia, Canada (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Snubnose eelpout |
| 🌍CES | slimule kulohlavá |
| 🇫🇮Finnish | nuijakalpapyrstö |
| 🇫🇷French | lycode camuse · Lycode obèse |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Бульбовидная пахикара |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maynea bulbiceps | Garman | 1899 | Synonym |
| Pachycara obesa | Zugmayer | 1911 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 5 records indexed .
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