New Caledonian righteye flounder
📖 Overview
New Caledonian righteye flounder (Samariscus neocaledonia) is a ray-finned fish of the family Samaridae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 5 cm. It occurs at depths between 244 and 278 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
A species of Samariscus with the following combination of character states: 78–81 dorsal fin rays, 62–65 anal fin rays, five pectoral fin rays, ca. 55–62 lateral line scales, and 10 abdominal and 31–32 caudal vertebrae .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for New Caledonian righteye flounder is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathydemersal; depth range 244 - 278 m . Subtropical Known only from off New Caledonia, the western tropical Pacific Ocean, at 244–278 m depth (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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