Polyipnus Danae
📖 Overview
Polyipnus Danae (Polyipnus danae) is a ray-finned fish of the family Sternoptychidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in pelagic, deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 2.8 cm. It occurs at depths between 0 and 700 metres. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Polyipnus Danae is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Polyipnus Danae is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; pelagic-oceanic; depth range 0 - 700 m . Deep-water South China Sea.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | stříbrnáč Danain |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 斧魚 · 海洋斧魚 · 達納氏燭光魚 · 銀斧 |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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