Hoedt's waryfish
📖 Overview
Hoedt's waryfish (Scopelosaurus hoedti) is a ray-finned fish of the family Notosudidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 14 cm. It occurs at depths between 0 and 600 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Hoedt's waryfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hoedt's waryfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Hoedt's waryfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Hoedt's waryfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; pelagic-oceanic; depth range 0 - 600 m . Tropical; 43°N - 37°S, 105°E - 153°W West Pacific (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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