Procottus Major
📖 Overview
Procottus Major (Procottus major), first described by Taliev, 1949 is a medium-sized fish. Adults typically reach 16.70 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. Recorded depth range: 50 to 900 metres. It occurs in Boreal waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Procottus Major is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Procottus Major is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; depth range 50 - 900 m , usually 140 - 460 m . Boreal Endemic to Lake Baikal, Russia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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