Ariosoma major (Asano, 1958) |
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photo by
Shao, K.T. |
Family: | Congridae (Conger and garden eels), subfamily: Bathymyrinae | |||
Max. size: | 53 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | demersal | |||
Distribution: | Northwest Pacific: Japan, Taiwan, and the East China Sea. | |||
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Biology: | Widespread in sandy areas. A carnivore that feeds on fish and crabs (Ref. 9137). | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Not Evaluated (Ref. 96402) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless | |||
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Entered by: Garilao, Cristina V. - 21.05.96 |
Modified by: Garilao, Cristina V. - 15.01.02 |