Blackbar drum
📖 Overview
Blackbar drum (Pareques iwamotoi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Sciaenidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. It occurs at depths between 37 and 184 metres. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 19 - 21; Dorsal soft rays (total): 33 - 40; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 7 - 8; Vertebrae: 25. The head of juveniles and young adults may have a large dark wedge-like spot above and behind orbits; black peritoneum; branchial cavity with black lining. Slender caudal peduncle. Head with ground color; irregular dark blotch on operculum. Body tan to dark brownish black. The dark band and stripe become less distinct in bigger specimens. Fins dark-colored (generally black).: fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Blackbar drum is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Blackbar drum is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 37 - 184 m . Tropical; 37°N - 34°S, 98°W - 34°W North Carolina in USA to Brazil.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equetus iwamotoi | Miller & Woods | 1988 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 7 records indexed .
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