Melliss's scorpionfish
📖 Overview
Melliss's scorpionfish (Scorpaena mellissii) is a ray-finned fish of the family Scorpaenidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 28.5 cm. It occurs at depths between 10 and 110 metres. With a trophic level of 3.8, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Melliss's scorpionfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Melliss's scorpionfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 10 - 110 m . Tropical Southeast Atlantic: Known only from St.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Deepwater Gurnard · Melliss's Scorpionfish |
| 🌍CES | ropušnice svatohelenská |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 梅氏鮋 |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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