Slender sorcerer
📖 Overview
Slender sorcerer (Saurenchelys cancrivora) is a ray-finned fish of the family Nettastomatidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 65 cm. It occurs at depths between 185 and 700 metres. With a trophic level of 3.4, 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
: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Slender sorcerer is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 185 - 700 m . Tropical; 20°N - 0°N Indian Ocean: northern region.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Slender Sorcerer |
| 🌍CES | štíhlohlavec středomořský |
| 🇫🇮Finnish | siimavelhoankerias |
| 🇯🇵Japanese | Itoanago · イトアナゴ |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nettastoma elongatum | Kotthaus | 1968 | Synonym |
| Saurenchelys elongatum | Kotthaus | 1968 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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