A small marine fish species belonging to the Ammodytidae family, characterized by its elongated, slender body and burrowing behavior in marine sediments.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Coastal marine environments of the North Atlantic Ocean, primarily found in sandy or sandy-muddy substrates in depths ranging from 0-200 meters
Ecological Role
Critical component of marine food webs, serving as important prey for larger fish, seabirds, and marine mammals; plays a significant role in coastal ecosystem energy transfer
Morphology
SKIN COATSilvery-grey coloration with smooth, scaleless skin facilitating movement through sediment
LIMBS WINGSSmall, pointed fins with adaptation for rapid movement and burrowing
HEAD SENSORYSmall pointed head with terminal mouth; well-developed sensory system for detecting prey and avoiding predators
BODY STRUCTUREElongated, compressed body, typically 15-25 cm in length; streamlined shape adapted for burrowing in sandy substrates
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Walter Baxter
