| Family: |
Ophidiidae (Cusk-eels), subfamily: Ophidiinae |
| Max. size: |
29.25 cm TL (male/unsexed); 29.25 cm TL (female) |
| Environment: |
demersal; marine; depth range 1 - 150 m |
| Distribution: |
Mediterranean Sea: western and northern regions. Also known from the Black Sea. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Uncommon species found in the shallows and to 150 m depth (Ref. 34024). Oviparous, with oval pelagic eggs floating in a gelatinous mass (Ref. 205). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 29 February 2008 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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