Longspine combfish
📖 Overview
Longspine combfish (Zaniolepis latipinnis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Zaniolepididae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 30 cm. It occurs at depths between 37 and 201 metres. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 21 - 22; Dorsal soft rays (total): 11 - 12; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 16 - 17; Vertebrae: 40 - 41. Caudal may be very slightly forked. First 2 rays of pelvic fins elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Longspine combfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 37 - 201 m . Subtropical; 51°N - central Baja California, Mexico.
🌿 Ecology
crustaceans (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | longspine combfish |
| 🌍CES | hřebeník dlouhotrnný |
| 🇫🇷French | sourcil à longues épines |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Колючий (длинноперый) терпуг · Колючий терпуг |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | cepillo espina larga |
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 16 records indexed .
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