Family: |
Zoarcidae (Eelpouts), subfamily: Lycodinae |
Max. size: |
30 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; marine; depth range - 615 m |
Distribution: |
Antarctica: Bellingshausen Sea. |
Diagnosis: |
This species is distinguished by the following characters: branchiostegal rays 7; interdigitating ceratohyal-epihyal articulation; reduced palatal arch , posterior hyomandibular ramus longer than anterior, narrow cranium; no supratemporal commisure and occipital pores (Ref. 79065). |
Biology: |
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IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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