Paraliparis Macropterus
📖 Overview
Paraliparis Macropterus (Paraliparis macropterus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Liparidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 19.9 cm. With a trophic level of 3.5, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
V 66–67 (9–10+56–57), P 14–15 (10+1–2+3), notch rays rudimentary; gill opening long, 71–74% HL, extending over all or almost all rays, to base of lower pectoral-fin lobe; UPL 34–36% SL, extending to 14th or 15th anal-fin ray; LPL 23–28% SL, extending posteriorly to at least second or third anal-fin ray; pectoral radials 4. HL 18–25% SL. A distinct notch present at symphysis of premaxillae, matching a protrusion at symphysis of lower jaw .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Paraliparis Macropterus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range ? - 1990 m . Polar known from three trawls taken on Iselin Bank and NW Mawson Bank at depths between 1133–1990 m (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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