Pseudoscopelus Aphos
📖 Overview
Pseudoscopelus Aphos (Pseudoscopelus aphos), first described by Prokofiev & Kukuev, 2005 is a small fish in the family Chiasmodontidae (order Scombriformes). Adults typically reach 14.50 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 940 to 1200 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 Data Deficient.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 10; Dorsal soft rays (total): 23; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 22. Diagnosis: Differs from its congeners in having complete absence of photophores and other luminescent formations . : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pseudoscopelus Aphos is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathypelagic; depth range 940 - 1200 m . Deep-water
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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