Family: |
Liparidae (Snailfishes) |
Max. size: |
6.99 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
bathydemersal; marine; depth range - 4270 m |
Distribution: |
Indian Ocean, Antarctic: Crozet Islands. |
Diagnosis: |
Dorsal soft rays (total): 41-41; Anal soft rays: 35-35; Vertebrae: 45-45. This species is distinguished from its congeners in having the following characters: 22 pectoral fin rays, probably 5 caudal fin rays; 45 median vertebrae; the gill opening reaching the base of the first pectoral fin ray; opercular flap extending behind the pectoral base; head 25.2% SL, pre anal 37.8%; dark peritoneum (Ref. 75876). |
Biology: |
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IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
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