Spiny hatchetfish
📖 Overview
Spiny hatchetfish (Polyipnus spinosus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Sternoptychidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 8.5 cm. It occurs at depths between 0 and 500 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, 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
Dorsal soft rays (total): 12 - 14; Anal soft rays: 15 - 17. : short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Spiny hatchetfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic; depth range 0 - 500 m . Deep-water South China Sea, East China Sea, and the water near Taiwan (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Spiny Hatchetfish |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polyipnus spinosis | Günther | 1887 | Synonym |
| Polyipnus spinosus spinosus | Günther | 1887 | Synonym |
| Polypnus spinosus | Günther | 1887 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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