Whitespotted anglerfish
📖 Overview
Whitespotted anglerfish (Phyllophryne scortea), first described by McCulloch & Waite, 1918 is a small fish in the family Histiophrynidae (order Lophiiformes). Adults typically reach 10.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. It occurs in Temperate waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Whitespotted anglerfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Whitespotted anglerfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range ? - 25 m . Temperate; 32°S - 41°S Endemic to Australia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Histiophryne scortea | McCulloch & Waite | 1918 | Synonym |
| Histiophryne scortea inconstans | McCulloch & Waite | 1918 | Synonym |
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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