Patagonotothen Longipes
📖 Overview
Patagonotothen Longipes (Patagonotothen longipes) is a ray-finned fish of the family Nototheniidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 32 cm. With a trophic level of 3.8, it is a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 6; Dorsal soft rays (total): 32 - 35; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 31 - 33; Vertebrae: 51 - 53. Lateral line scales 43-54 (upper), 10-19 (lower) .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Patagonotothen Longipes is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic. Temperate; 35°S - 54°S Southeast Pacific: Chile.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notothenia longipes | Steindachner | 1876 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 19 records indexed .
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