Promyllantor Adenensis
📖 Overview
Promyllantor Adenensis (Promyllantor adenensis), first described by Klausewitz, 1991 is a large fish in the family Congridae (order Anguilliformes). Adults typically reach 51.20 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 2227 to 2325 metres. It occurs in Deep-water 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
Dorsal soft rays (total): 228; Anal soft rays: 164. Diagnosis: Pectoral fins 34-37% of head length. Vertebrae 116-122; trunk vertebrae 44-47. Lateral line pores to anus 42-45 .: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Promyllantor Adenensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 2227 - 2325 m . Deep-water West Pacific: Gulf of Aden to Lord Howe Seamount Chain.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bathycongrellus adenensis | Klausewitz | 1991 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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