AI Article Synopsis
- The large-mouth pricklefish has been re-evaluated based on three new specimens collected from the deep-sea region off southeastern Taiwan, extending its known range and depth.
- The study provides an in-depth description of these specimens, including detailed morphological characteristics and fresh photographs.
- Additionally, the research discusses the distribution records of the species, offering insights into its habitat.
Article Abstract
The large-mouth pricklefish, (Günther, 1878), previously known from five specimens collected from the central Pacific Ocean, is redescribed based on three specimens collected from the abyssal zone (4,412-4,813 m) off the southeastern coast of Taiwan. These specimens contribute to a more comprehensive description of and represent this species' westernmost and deepest record. This study provides a detailed description, fresh photographs, and notes on their morphological characteristics of the specimens. Lastly, the distributional records of are discussed.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11650148 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.3897/zookeys.1220.126580 | DOI Listing |
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