Pteropsaron Heemstrai
📖 Overview
Pteropsaron Heemstrai (Pteropsaron heemstrai) is a ray-finned fish of the family Hemerocoetidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 5.5 cm. It occurs at depths between 75 and 175 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 5 - 6; Dorsal soft rays (total): 20 - 22; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 24 - 25; Vertebrae: 34. : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pteropsaron Heemstrai is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 75 - 175 m . Tropical South Africa north to Somalia.
🌿 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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