Family: |
Muraenolepididae (Eel cods) |
Max. size: |
44 cm TL (male/unsexed); max.weight: 780.0 g |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; marine; depth range 30 - 1600 m |
Distribution: |
Southern Ocean: known only from the Crozet, Kerguelen and Heards islands. |
Diagnosis: |
Dorsal spines (total): 0-0; Anal spines: 0-0 |
Biology: |
Dwells on continental and insular shelves and slopes. Feeds on zooplankton. |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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