Japanese cutlassfish
📖 Overview
Japanese cutlassfish (Trichiurus japonicus), first described by Temminck & Schlegel, 1844 is a giant fish in the family Trichiuridae (order Scombriformes). Adults typically reach 213.00 cm in maximum length. Reported lifespan reaches approximately 15 years. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. It occurs in Subtropical waters. Diet is predominantly piscivorous, targeting other fish and larger prey.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Japanese cutlassfish is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Japanese cutlassfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic. Subtropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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