Bighead Searobin [Bellator ribeiroi]
Description
The Bighead Searobin is a species of fish that belongs to the family Triglidae. They inhabit the Western Central Atlantic, specifically in the northern Gulf of Mexico. This species is known for its large head, which gives it its common name. They are usually found in sandy or muddy bottoms at depths between 40 to 450 meters. They are nocturnal and feed on small fish and invertebrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Scorpionfishes and Flatheads
Scorpaeniformes
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| Family |
Searobins
Triglidae
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| Genus |
Spiny searobins
Prionotus
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