Atlantic thornyhead
📖 Overview
Atlantic thornyhead (Trachyscorpia cristulata), first described by Goode & Bean, 1896 is a large fish in the family Sebastidae (order Perciformes). Adults typically reach 50.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. Recorded depth range: 130 to 1389 metres. It occurs in Subtropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is venomous and potentially dangerous to handle.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Atlantic thornyhead is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Atlantic thornyhead is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 130 - 1389 m . Subtropical; 60°N - 23°N, 98°W - 1°W
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
⚠️ Venom Profile
- immediate intense pain
- swelling
- erythema
- occasional nausea and weakness
Analgesia; wound care; tetanus prophylaxis; severe cases may require monitoring for systemic effects.
References: Compiled from Bhide (2018), Halstead et al. (1988) and family-specific envenomation literature
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scorpanena echinata | Köhler | 1896 | Synonym |
| Trachyscorpea cristulata | Goode & Bean | 1896 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 17 records indexed .
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