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🌊 Marine 🌡️ Deep-water

Paraliparis Kerguelensis

Paraliparis kerguelensis Andriashev, 1982
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Max Length
22.1 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.6
Depth
372–1050 m
Climate
Deep-water
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
24.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
deep-water

📖 Overview

Paraliparis Kerguelensis (Paraliparis kerguelensis) 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 22.1 cm. It occurs at depths between 372 and 1050 metres. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator.

Scientific Name
Paraliparis kerguelensis
Authority
Andriashev, 1982
Habitat
Marine
Climate
Deep-water
Max Length
22.1 cm
Depth Range
372–1050 m
Trophic Level
3.6
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
24.00/100
Salinity
30–40 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Paraliparis Kerguelensis is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Paraliparis Kerguelensis is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

aquatic invertebrates
small fish
algae
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous 📦 Batch Spawner
Spawning Season
spring-summer
Spawn Location
Pelagic
Fertilization
External

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 372 - 1050 m , usually 580 - 820 m . Deep-water; 48°S - 52°S Southern Ocean: Kerguelen and Crozet islands.

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
🌊 Marine 🌑 Deep Water
Trophic Level
3.6±0.5

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00525 × L3.15 (TL)
Max TL
22.1cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
30–40ppt

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
24.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.6
Predator
Climate Zone
Deep-water
Described By
Andriashev, 1982

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