Lancebeard plunderfish
📖 Overview
Lancebeard plunderfish (Pogonophryne lanceobarbata) is a ray-finned fish of the family Harpagiferidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 25 cm. It occurs at depths between 233 and 667 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Lancebeard plunderfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Lancebeard plunderfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 233 - 667 m. Deep-water; 70°S - 78°S known only from the Weddell Sea and the Ross Sea.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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