Jutjaw
📖 Overview
Jutjaw (Parascorpis typus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Parascorpididae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 60 cm. It occurs at depths between 20 and 200 metres. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 11 - 12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 15 - 17; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 13 - 15. Grey-brown in color.: short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Jutjaw is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; pelagic-oceanic; depth range 20 - 200 m . Subtropical South Africa.
🌿 Ecology
zooplankton
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atyposoma gurneyi | Boulenger | 1899 | Synonym |
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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