Seleniolycus Pectoralis
📖 Overview
Seleniolycus Pectoralis (Seleniolycus pectoralis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Zoarcidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 38 cm. It occurs at depths between 1948 and 2594 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 76 - 80; Anal soft rays: 64 - 66; Vertebrae: 86 - 89. This species is distinguished by the following characters: exserted ventralmost pectoral fin rays, scales present on posterior 2/5 of body; D 76-80; A 64-66; suborbital head pores 6-7, preoperculomandibular pores 8; lengths of predorsal 28.0-30.7% SL, snout 28.3-36.6% HL, eye diameter 9.4-12.0% HL; pectoral fin rays 14-16; anterior dorsal fin pterygiophore associated with 6-7 vertebra; vertebrae 23-27 + 61-63 = 86-89. Colour of body and head when preserved light to medium brown, darker dorsal and anal fin margins, pectoral fin and nasal tubes; peritoneum dark brown, orobranchial chamber and gill rakers pale .: eel-like; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Seleniolycus Pectoralis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; bathypelagic; depth range 1948 - 2594 m . Polar; 63°S - 65°S, 173°E - 177°E
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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