A marine fish species belonging to the family Aulopidae, endemic to the coastal waters surrounding Taiwan, characterized by its unique morphological adaptations in the Aulopiformes order.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Coastal marine environments around Taiwan, typically inhabiting depths between 100-500 meters in subtropical marine ecosystems
Ecological Role
Plays a role in marine food webs as a mid-level predatory fish, contributing to marine biodiversity in the Western Pacific region
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Scaled body with coloration likely suited for camouflage in deep marine environments
- LIMBS WINGS Streamlined fins with adaptations for efficient swimming in deep marine habitats
- HEAD SENSORY Prominent eyes adapted for low-light marine environments, with specialized sensory structures for detecting prey
- BODY STRUCTURE Elongated, slender fish body with typical aulopid characteristics, approximately 15-25 cm in total length
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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