Pachycara Microcephalum
📖 Overview
Pachycara Microcephalum (Pachycara microcephalum) 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 7.7 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 88; Anal soft rays: 73; Vertebrae: 93. Dorsal fin origin associated with vertebrae 4; branchiostegal rays 6; suborbital pores 5. Mediolateral lateral line, originating just posterior to posteriormost postorbital pore. Pseudobranch present.: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pachycara Microcephalum is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range ? - 1505 m . Deep-water Northeast Atlantic: southwest of Iceland.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lycodes microcephalus | Jensen | 1902 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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