Paraliparis Mento
📖 Overview
Paraliparis Mento (Paraliparis mento) 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 cm. It occurs at depths between 800 and 1253 metres. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Paraliparis Mento is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Paraliparis Mento is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 800 - 1253 m . Deep-water Northeast Pacific: USA (Washington, Oregon, and northern California south to Monterey Bay) and probably present off British Columbia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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