Obscure ruff
📖 Overview
Obscure ruff (Psenopsis obscura) is a ray-finned fish of the family Centrolophidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 20 cm. It occurs at depths between 200 and 800 metres. With a trophic level of 3.5, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 5 - 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 26 - 29; Anal spines: 2 - 3; Anal soft rays: 25 - 28. Dark brownish blue to brown, tan laterally, darker area on shoulder near lateral line .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Obscure ruff is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 200 - 800 m . Deep-water West Pacific: Mozambique Channel (22°S, 36°E), Andaman Sea and Molucca Sea (Ref 4410) and West Australian Basin (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | obscure driftfish · obscure ruff |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Peixe-medusa-obscuro |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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