Bottlenose wedgefish
📖 Overview
Inhabits inshore waters on the continental shelves . Demersal on soft bottoms and near coral reefs. Female specimens may reach 300 cm in length in Thailand . Feeds on bottom crustaceans, mollusks and bottom-dwelling fishes . Ovoviviparous . Caught commonly by demersal tangle net, and to a lesser extent by trawl and longline fisheries. Marketed fresh; fins prized for the sharkfin trade .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Bottlenose wedgefish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bottlenose wedgefish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Bottlenose wedgefish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Exhibit ovoviparity (aplacental viviparity), with embryos feeding initially on yolk, then receiving additional nourishment from the mother by indirect absorption of uterine fluid enriched with mucus, fat or protein through specialised structures .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 0 - 60 m . Subtropical; 30°N - 30°S, 30°E - 155°E West Pacific: Red Sea, Persian Gulf (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
bottom crustaceans, mollusks (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
⚡ Nutrition
Per 100g cooked - Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Protein | 19.3 g |
| Omega-3 (total) | 199 mg |
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Bottlenose wedgefish has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔍 Similar Species
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