Plectranthias Intermedius
📖 Overview
Plectranthias Intermedius (Plectranthias intermedius) is a ray-finned fish of the family Anthiadidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 8.9 cm. It occurs at depths between 190 and 290 metres. With a trophic level of 3.7, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 17. Head almost completely scaled. Preopercle: ventral margin with 2 antrorse spines; posterior margin coarsely serrated (ca 26 serrae). Ten oblique rows of cheek scales, between eye and preopercle corner.: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Plectranthias Intermedius is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 190 - 290 m . Deep-water Indian Ocean: Gulf of Aden, Socotra.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xenanthias intermedius | Kotthaus | 1973 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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