Smalleye dwarf snailfish
📖 Overview
Smalleye dwarf snailfish (Psednos microps) is a ray-finned fish of the family Liparidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 1.8 cm. It occurs at depths between 275 and 2275 metres. With a trophic level of 3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 37; Anal soft rays: 30; Vertebrae: 41. Coronal pore present, 1st temporal and 6th infraorbital pores absent, very small eye (13% HL), low gill slit, superior mouth, and pale skin.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Smalleye dwarf snailfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathypelagic; depth range 275 - 2275 m . Deep-water Indian Ocean: Crozet Basin.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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