Spangled tubeshoulder
📖 Overview
Spangled tubeshoulder (Persparsia kopua) is a ray-finned fish of the family Platytroctidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 14 cm. It occurs at depths between 700 and 1500 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 19 - 22; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 13 - 14. : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Spangled tubeshoulder is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Spangled tubeshoulder is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Spangled tubeshoulder is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; pelagic-oceanic; depth range 700 - 1500 m . Subtropical; 30°S - 50°S South America.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Spangled tubeshoulder |
| 🌍CES | svítilnička kopua |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Перспарсии |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bathytroctes kopua | Phillipps | 1942 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 7 records indexed .
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