Paraliparis Galapagosensis
📖 Overview
Paraliparis Galapagosensis (Paraliparis galapagosensis) 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 10.4 cm. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 60; Anal soft rays: 55; Vertebrae: 67. Teeth on lower jaw uniserial except those very close to symphysis, recurved anteriorly, tips overlapping to form a sharp cutting edge. Dentition on upper jaw limited to 3-4 isolated teeth on each side of symphysis. Chin not gelatinous; chin-pore pair on ventral surface. Head length 20.7% SL; depth equal its length. Upper jaw 37% HL. Body depth at anal-fin origin 15.4. Lower pectoral-fin lobe equal to length of upper lobe. Pyloric caeca 9. Pectoral-fin rays 22 (upper lobe 15 + notch rays 1 + lower 6). Vertebrae 67. Caudal-fin rays 8. Radials of pectoral girdle 4 (3 + 1), round .: elongated; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Paraliparis Galapagosensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range ? - 710 m . Deep-water Southeast Pacific: Galapagos Islands.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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