Tarphops Elegans
📖 Overview
Tarphops Elegans (Tarphops elegans) is a ray-finned fish of the family Paralichthyidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. 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
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 65 - 70; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 52 - 56; Vertebrae: 35 - 36. Soft ray count of pectoral fin refers to that on ocular side.: short and / or deep.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Tarphops Elegans is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Tarphops Elegans is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Distinct pairing .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal. Temperate Northwest Pacific: Japan (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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