Paraulopus Legandi
📖 Overview
Paraulopus Legandi (Paraulopus legandi), first described by Fourmanoir & Rivaton, 1979 is a small fish in the family Paraulopidae (order Aulopiformes). Adults typically reach 13.20 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 360 to 415 metres. It occurs in Deep-water waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Data Deficient.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 11; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 11; Vertebrae: 46. Black band on upper caudal fin lobe and a black posterior margin on the lower lobe, 48 pored lateral line scales, 46 vertebrae, and a narrower interorbital (width 4.0% of HL) . Pectoral fin short, not reaching to end of dorsal fin base .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Paraulopus Legandi is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 360 - 415 m . Deep-water Central Pacific: New Caledonia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chlorophthalmus legandi | Fourmanoir & Rivaton | 1979 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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