Psychrolutes Inermis
📖 Overview
Psychrolutes Inermis (Psychrolutes inermis), first described by Vaillant, 1888 is a medium-sized fish in the family Psychrolutidae (order Perciformes). Adults typically reach 35.80 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 550 to 1550 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
Physical description for Psychrolutes Inermis is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Psychrolutes Inermis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 550 - 1550 m . Deep-water South Africa and Mozambique Channel in the western Indian Ocean.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottunculus inermis | Vaillant | 1888 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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