Pagetopsis Macropterus
📖 Overview
Pagetopsis Macropterus (Pagetopsis macropterus), first described by Boulenger, 1907 is a medium-sized fish in the family Channichthyidae (order Perciformes). Adults typically reach 33.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 5 to 655 metres. It occurs in Polar waters. Diet is predominantly piscivorous, targeting other fish and larger prey.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Pagetopsis Macropterus is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pagetopsis Macropterus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 5 - 655 m. Polar; 60°S - 78°S South Shetland Islands.
🌿 Ecology
fishes and krill
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Champsocephalus macropterus | Boulenger | 1907 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 5 records indexed .
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