Pristis Pectinata
📖 Overview
Pristis Pectinata (Pristis pectinata) is a ray-finned fish of the family Pristidae. It inhabits diadromous, migrating between freshwater and the sea waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 760 cm. It occurs at depths between 10 and 88 metres. With a trophic level of 4.5, it is an apex predator. It is assessed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Venomous, valued as a sport fish.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Pristis Pectinata is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pristis Pectinata is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
🌿 Ecology
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📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
⚠️ Venom Profile
- immediate intense pain
- swelling
- erythema
- occasional nausea and weakness
Analgesia; wound care; tetanus prophylaxis; severe cases may require monitoring for systemic effects.
References: Compiled from Bhide (2018), Halstead et al. (1988) and family-specific envenomation literature
🎣 Angling Guide
- medium-heavy 7ft spinning rod
- 30-50 lb braid
- fluorocarbon leader
- grass flats
- oyster bars
- marsh drains
- deeper channel edges
Use barbless hooks, minimise air exposure, and revive fish head-first in current before release.
⚠️ Slot limits protect breeding-size fish. Verify daily bag limits.
📊 Population Dynamics
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🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pristis acutirostris | Duméril | 1865 | Synonym |
| Pristis annandalei | Chaudhuri | 1908 | Synonym |
| Pristis evermanni | Fischer | 1884 | Heterotypic |
| Pristis granulosa | Bloch & Schneider | 1801 | Synonym |
| Pristis leptodon | Duméril | 1865 | Synonym |
| Pristis megalodon | Duméril | 1865 | Synonym |
| Pristis occa | Duméril | 1865 | Heterotypic |
| Pristis serra | Bloch & Schneider | 1801 | Heterotypic |
| Pristobatus occa | Duméril | 1865 | Heterotypic |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 758 records indexed .
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