Paraliparis Exilis
📖 Overview
Paraliparis Exilis (Paraliparis exilis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Liparidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 12.9 cm. With a trophic level of 3.5, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 60; Anal soft rays: 54; Vertebrae: 66. This species is distinguished by the following characters: vertebrae 66, dorsal fin rays 60, anal fin rays 54, caudal fin rays 8, pectoral fin rays ca. 20; teeth as broad bands of 28-30, obliquely curved rows, nowhere uniserial; on premaxilla shouldered, on mandible, simple canines; chin pores paired, very closely set with a possible tissue fold anteriorly but not in a pit; gill opening completely above pectoral fin, short, about 16% HL; pectoral radials 4 (3+1); scapula and R1, R3 clearly notched; snout to anus distance short, 14% SL, about 70 % HL; anus to anal fin distance less than 120% HL .: elongated; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Paraliparis Exilis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Paraliparis Exilis is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Paraliparis Exilis is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 1086 - ? m . Deep-water Southwest Pacific: known only from the holotype, taken on the southeast Chatham slope off New Zealand.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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